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NEWINGTON
          PARKS AND RECREATION
BUILDING A STRONG COMMUNITY

       SPRING 2021
                         In a world
                       where you can
                        be anything,
                          be KIND

RESIDENTS: Registration Begins March 4th
     NON-RESIDENTS: Registration Begins March 11th

200 Garfield Street * Phone (860)665-8666 * www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec

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Newington Parks and Recreation
                                                                 Building a Strong Community
                 200 Garfield St. Newington, CT 06111                  Phone: 860-665-8666               Fax: 860-665-8739                            www.NewingtonCT.gov

                                                     Activity Registration Form
                        PRIMARY HOUSEHOLD CONTACT INFORMATION - PLEASE FILL OUT COMPLETELY

 First Name ________________________ Middle Initial ___ Last Name _________________________ Gender __ DOB ___/____/____
 Street Address __________________________________________City ___________________ State ____ Zip ____________
 Home Phone (______)____________________ Work Phone (_____)______________________ Extension ______________
 Cell Phone (_____)______________________ Email Address ___________________________________________________
 Emergency Contact #1____________________________ Relationship _________________ Phone (_____)_______________
 Emergency Contact #2____________________________ Relationship _________________ Phone (_____)_______________

                                                                        ACTIVITY INFORMATION
                                One registration form can be used for more than one person in the same household.
                                                                                  Special
Participant’s First and Last Name                          M/F          DOB       Medical                    Activity Code #                                        Program Name
                                                                                  Concerns?

                                                                                   [ ] Yes
                                                                                   [ ] No
                                                                                   [ ] Yes
                                                                                   [ ] No
                                                                                   [ ] Yes
                                                                                   [ ] No
                                                                                   [ ] Yes
                                                                                   [ ] No

*If any participant above has special medical concerns, allergies or special needs that we should be aware of, please describe: ___________
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Concussion Information: https://www.cdc.gov/headsup/index.html

                                                               READ CAREFULLY AND SIGN BELOW
Assumption of Liability: Participation in the activity may involve risk or injury. As a parent, guardian, or participant, I am aware of these hazards and my ability to participate. I hereby
agree to release, discharge and hold harmless the Town of Newington, its employees, contracted instructors, and volunteers from the liabilities which may occur while participating in the
activity. I understand that participation in any recreational or sport activity involves risk. During the COVID-19 pandemic, I also understand that I must adhere to all CDC, state, and
local COVID-19 guidelines, including all social distancing, temperature checks, personal protective equipment requirements, and sanitation protocols. I acknowledge that there is a risk of
transmission when in a group or class setting, even with personal protective equipment. I further understand that the Town of Newington does not provide accident/medical insurance for
the program participants. In addition, I give permission for the participant to be treated by qualified medical personnel in the event that the above named parent/guardian/emergency
contact cannot be reached at the phone numbers provided. The Parks and Recreation Department reserves the right to photograph program participants for publicity purposes. Please be
aware that these photos are for Parks and Recreation use only and may be used in future catalogs, website, social media, brochures, pamphlets, and/or flyers. No refunds will be given
after a participant has registered and paid for a program, except for medical reasons (illness or injury) which prohibit active participation in the program. Refund Requests must be ac-
companied by a note from the participant’s physician. The amount refunded will be pro-rated to reflect the number of classes remaining at time of request.

ADULT SIGNATURE: ___________________________________________________                                                                    DATE: ___________________________

                                                                        PAYMENT INFORMATION

 Payment Type: [ ] Cash [ ] Check [ ] Credit Card [ ] Debit                              Activity Fee Subtotal: $ ________
 Credit Card Type: [ ] Visa [ ] Mastercard [ ] Discover     “ROUND UP” For Youth Recreation + $ ________
                                                            Rounding up your program fee helps provide financial assistance
 Please note that there is a $10 minimum for all credit card transactions.                                for those unable to afford the program fees for youth activities.

                                                                                                                                                 TOTAL AMOUNT: $ ________
 Signature for Credit Card Use: ______________________________________________________                                                                  Date:________________

 CREDIT CARD #: __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ EXP. DATE ____ / _____                                                                            Security Code: __ __ __
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General Information
Parks and Recreation Office Information
Location:          200 Garfield Street, Newington, CT 06111                                                                    Table of Contents
Office Hours:      Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Phone:             860-665-8666          Program Hotline: 860-665-8686                                   Registration Form……..…..……..…………....2
Fax:               860-665-8739
Website:           www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec                                                       General Info…….……………...……...............3
Facebook:          www.facebook.com/newingtonparksandrecreation                                          Facility Rentals………..…..……..……...…..…4
Parks and Recreation Department Staff:                                                                   Community Events…..……………...………....5
Bill DeMaio, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation                                                      Aquatics...………………..…..……...............6-7
Karen Gallicchio, Recreation Supervisor                                                                  Preschool....................................................8-9
Joe Harvey, Recreation Supervisor
Hadeel Majdoub, Recreation Supervisor                                                                    Youth Programs…...…….……………..…10-13
Kelly Dickinson, Administrative Secretary                                                                Exercise and Golf…..…………..…………….14
Sam Lostocco, Administrative Secretary
Clay Pedigo, Supervisor of Parks, Grounds, and Cemeteries
                                                                                                         Adult Programs……..………….....................15
                                                                                                         Adult Fitness………...….....….…..................16
Registration Information                                                                                 Adult Yoga/Pilates……...………...................17
 When registering online, you may choose to receive a confirmation email with your receipt              Older Adult Programs……....….………...18-19
  attached. When registering by mail or fax, you will receive a confirmation email with your
  receipt attached once your form is processed.                                                          Summer Camp Info………...…….…………..20
 Registration is taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents may register for programs         Leaders In Training……………….…………..21
  in this program guide beginning on the registration date listed on the front cover. Any
  registration forms received prior to the registration start date will be processed randomly at
                                                                                                         Summer Sunshine…...…….…….………...…22
  the end of the first day of registration.                                                              Kindness Counts and Veteran Trailer...…….23
 We try to accommodate all registrants, but some programs fill to capacity. Please do not               The Flying Monkey Advertisement.…..….….24
  delay in registering for a program you wish to take.
 If the participant has any medical concerns (allergies, asthma, etc.) that we should be aware
  of, please list it on the registration form and complete and submit an Authorization for
  Administration of Medication Form (available on our website under ‘Forms’).                          Waiting List
 If the participant has any special needs that we should be aware of, please list it on the           If your desired class is filled, you will be notified and placed on a waiting list.
  registration form and complete and submit a Supplemental Registration Form (available on             We make every effort to accommodate those on waiting lists by adding
  our website under ‘Forms’).                                                                          classes when possible.
 Sometimes we are forced to cancel programs before their start date because of insufficient           Inclusive Statement
  registrations or causes beyond our control. If a program is cancelled, any registered                The Newington Parks and Recreation Department does not discriminate on
  participants will be contacted and refunded.
                                                                                                       the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in
 A minimum of $10 is required for all credit card transactions.                                       provision of programs and services. Individuals with disabilities are
                                                                                                       encouraged to register. The Newington Parks and Recreation Department is
Convenient Ways To Register
                                                                                                       complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Public Law 101336.
 Online: In an effort to make the registration process more convenient and environmentally            The law addresses issues of accessibility of facilities & programs. Provisions
  friendly, we have now made it possible to register for programs from your very own electronic        of reasonable program modifications will be made on a case-by-case basis to
  device. Search the link below to get started,
                                                                                                       allow people with disabilities to participate in and benefit from programs.
https://recreation.newingtonct.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/SPLASH.html                                       Please contact us for more information.
                                                                                                       Refunds
 Walk-in*: Register in our office, which is located in the Mortensen Community Center at              The Newington Parks and Recreation Department does not issue
   Town Hall, 200 Garfield Street, Newington, CT. Walk-in office hours are:
                                                                                                       refunds once you have registered for a program, unless there is an
   Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
            *Due to COVID-19 restrictions, walk-in may not be accepted. Call our office for            injury or illness which prohibits active participation in the program and
             more information at 860-665-8666.                                                         is documented by a physician. No refunds will be issued without a
  Mail-in: Mail in your filled out registration form to 200 Garfield Street, Newington, CT.
                                                                                                       completed Refund Request Form accompanied by a doctor’s note. If a
                                                                                                       refund is granted, the amount will be pro-rated to reflect the number of
 Fax: 860-665-8739.                                                                                   classes remaining from the date the Refund Request Form was submitted.
Upcoming Program Guide                                                                                 Refund requests are not accepted after a program has ended. A $20
The Summer 2021 Program Guide will be distributed to Newington residents in May.                       processing fee will be deducted from any refund issued.
Concussion Information                                                                                 Inclement Weather / Program Cancellations
The Newington Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to creating a safe environment              Program information and cancellations due to inclement weather are
for all participants in our programs. A fact sheet for parents containing information regarding        available on our program information line (860-665-8686) which is updated
concussions is available on our website at www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec.                            when cancellations occur. When there are program cancellations due to
                                                                                                       inclement weather during the week, the information line is generally updated
Non-Residents                                                                                          by 9:00 AM for morning programs, 12:00 PM for afternoon programs and
Non-residents are eligible to register for programs beginning on the date listed on the front
cover, which is generally one to two weeks after the date when resident registration begins. A
                                                                                                       4:30 PM for evening programs. Weekend update times during inclement
separate fee for non-residents may apply to all programs. Some programs (including pool                weather may vary due to program schedules. During the summer, aquatic
passes and others) are not available to non-residents.                                                 program cancellations will be posted on the Pool Activity Line at
                                                                                                       860-665-8766.

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Facility Rentals
Field Rentals
Newington ballfields are available to rent in blocks of three hours.
 $85 fee for a three-hour rental per ballfield (with the exception of any synthetic turf field) in the Town of
   Newington for adult teams with at least 90% Newington residents.
 $170 fee for a three-hour rental per ballfield (with the exception of any synthetic turf field) in the Town of
   Newington for adult or youth teams/organizations with less than 90% Newington residents.

Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium
The Parks and Recreation Department offers rentals of the Mortensen Community Center gymnasium throughout the fall, winter and spring
seasons. Rental availability is limited due to programming demands. The fees are as follows:
Resident
         Weekday- One Full Size Gymnasium: $40 per hour
         Weekday- Large Double Size Gymnasium: $80 per hour
         Weekend- One Full Size Gymnasium: $75 per hour on Saturday / $85 per hour on Sunday
         Weekend- Large Double Size Gymnasium: $150 per hour on Saturday / $170 per hour on Sunday
Non-Resident
         Weekday- One Full Size Gymnasium: $100 per hour
         Weekday- Large Double Size Gymnasium: $200 per hour
         Weekend- One Full Size Gymnasium: $150 per hour on Saturday / $200 per hour on Sunday
         Weekend- Large Full Size Gymnasium: $300 per hour on Saturday / $400 per hour on Sunday

Reservations must be made a minimum of two weeks in advance, but for best availability we recommend as much notice as possible. If you
are interested in renting the Mortensen Community Center gymnasium, please contact the Newington Parks and Recreation Department at
860-665-8666.

Community Gardens
The Community Gardens are located next to the Deming-Young Farm property at 282 Church Street. Plot sizes are 20 x
20 feet, and will be roto-tilled and marked. Community Gardens are open to Newington residents only. Please visit our
website at www.NewingtonCT.gov/parksandrec for rules and regulations governing the gardens. The date of planting
will be dependent on soil and weather conditions, but is anticipated to be mid-spring. Water will be available; please
bring your own containers. The fee for each garden plot is $35.00. Registration is held at the Parks & Recreation Office
in Town Hall.
Returning gardeners ma y reserve their plo t a ny time on or before Frida y, Ma rch 26, 2021.
Registration for new gardeners begins Thursday, April 1, 2021 at 9:00 AM (upon availability).

Pavilion Rentals
The Newington Parks & Recreation Department has reserved areas at Churchill Park and Mill Pond Park available for rental.
Reservations for summer bookings will begin Friday, February 26, 2021 at 9:00 AM at the Parks & Recreation office.
Picnic reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that we are unable to issue refunds once a picnic area is
reserved. The reservation form to reserve picnic areas is available online at www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec. Sports equipment will
also be available to reserve; please see the reservation form for details.

   Mill Pond Park                      Churchill Park                          Churchill Park                         Churchill Park
  GAZEBO: $75/day                 NEWINGTON ROTARY                          MIDDLE PAVILION:                       LOWER PAVILION:
Covered shelter that can           PAVILION: $140/day                           $125/day                               $75/day
accommodate 25 people          Large covered shelter that can          Large covered shelter that can          Covered shelter that
and includes electricity,      accommodate 165 people and              accommodate 150 people and              accommodates 60 people and
tables and a grill.            includes electricity, running water,    includes electricity, tables and a      includes electricity, tables and a
                               tables and two grills.                  grill.                                  grill.

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Community Events
                       5th Annual Motorcycle Madness
                       Saturday June 12, 4:00 - 8:00 PM at Mill Pond Park
                       All motorcycles are welcome - $10 for general admission or $15 for contest entry, all proceeds to support the
                       Extravaganza fireworks! Spectators are free. This event will feature live music featuring ‘Last Licks’, food trucks,
                       craft and specialty vendors, a beer and wine tent, contests, kids games, and of course, checking out all the different
                       bikes!

                       Data-Mail, Inc. Summer Concert Series at Mill Pond Park
                       Newington Parks and Recreation Department presents the 2021 Summer Concert Series sponsored by Data-Mail,
                       Inc. The concerts are held at the Data-Mail Inc. Pavilion at Mill Pond Park. Join us for the 27th season and bring a
                       picnic dinner, lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the music outdoors. Concerts are held on Thursday nights from
                       6:30 - 8:30 PM with the exception of Motorcycle Madness, June 11, and the week of the Extravaganza. Please call
                       our program information line at 860-665-8686 if the weather is inclement.

                                                                      2021 Concert Schedule

                           June 3 - ‘Dually Noted’
                                                                                       July 14 - ‘Nightshift
                           June 10 - ‘Screaming Orphans’ St. Patty’s Day in June!
                                                                                       July 15 - ‘Ball in the House’
                           June 11 - ‘Booyah!’ Food Truck Friday
                                                                                       July 16 - ‘Savage Brothers’ (Craft Beer Tasting)
                           June 12 - ‘Last Licks’ Motorcycle Madness
                                                                                       July 17 - ‘Dually Noted’ (Extravaganza)
                           June 17 - ‘Leaf Jumpers’
                                                                                       July 17 - ‘Mass-Conn-Fusion’ (Extravaganza)
                           June 24 - ’Rock Solid Alibi’
                                                                                       July 23 - ‘The Daily Planet’
                           July 1 - ‘Locomotion’
                                                                                       July 29 - ‘Cody Bondra and the Contraband’
                           July 8 - ‘Shaded Soul’

                      39th Annual Life. Be in it. Extravaganza
                      Saturday, July 17, 2021
                      Mill Pond Park
                      Mark your calendars! The 2021 Life. Be In It. Extravaganza date has been set for Saturday, July 17, 2021. Enjoy
                      a week of fun, games, and activities leading up to a full day of arts and crafts vendors, food trucks,
                      entertainment, fireworks and more!

                   St. Patrick’s Day Concert in the Park
The Newington Parks and Recreation Department along with McBride Wayside Carpet Co. is excited to announce the
first ever St. Patrick’s Day Party in the Park! Join us on Thursday, June 10, 2021 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Mill Pond
Park! There will be fun for the whole family including dancers, jiggers, bagpipers, live music, games, a beer and wine
garden, food and much more! Also, for the first time ever the Newington Parks and Recreation department is bringing in
a band from Donegal, Ireland! ‘The Screaming Orphans’ are a popular celtic, folk, pop group that has recently reached
the top 25 in the iTunes pop category and their 2017 album “Taproom” was ranked #1 in the world celtic/pop catego-
ry! Needless to say, you do not want to miss this! Special VIP tickets will available for purchase! The ticket is $25 in ad-
vance or $35 at the door and will allow you access to seating/standing room in a special
fenced off area. The VIP ticket purchase will also get you a beer tasting, refreshments,
your very own 20 oz etched pint glass that can be re-filled throughout the night (at cost),
access to the personalized pint machine that will infuse your favorite picture from your
cell phone onto the top of your beer, and more! *Must be 21 or older to access VIP area*

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Aquatics
Recreational Swimming at                                                            Swim Lesson Level Descriptions
Newington High School                                                       The Newington Parks and Recreation Department is proud to be an authorized
The Newington High School Pool is open for                                  provider of the American Red Cross Learn-To-Swim Program for Levels 1-6.
indoor recreational swimming from late Septem-                              Proper swim lesson level placement is critical for your child’s success in swim
ber through late May. Recreational swimming is                              lessons, as well as ensuring that the experience is enjoyable and safe. If your
supervised by certified Red Cross lifeguards.                               child has taken swim lessons with us before, please select the level recommend-
Newington residents may pay a daily admission                               ed by their instructor. Please note that children must be at least 5 years of age to
fee at the pool, use a Summer 2021 pool pass for                            register for Levels 1 and up. Please review the swim lesson level descriptions
the 2021-2022 indoor season, or may purchase                                below prior to registering your child. *Note: These skills are the requirements
pool passes for the indoor season at the Parks                              to pass the level listed. If your child can complete the skills listed, please regis-
and Recreation office. Proof of residency must be                           ter him/her for the next level.
shown. The fee for a household pass is $30 and
                                                                            Level 1 - (MUST BE AT LEAST 5 YEARS OLD) Enter and exit the water unassisted, open
includes up to six people who permanently re-
                                                                            eyes underwater, bobbing, combined arm/leg action on front and back, front/back glides (two body
side in the same Newington household. For                                   lengths) and unsupported front/back float (5 seconds).
households with more than six people, the addi-
                                                                            Level 2 - Jump from the deck into shoulder deep water, front float (10 seconds), back float (15
tional fee for each person is $5, up to a total of 8                        seconds), tread water (15 seconds), submerge completely and hold breath for 10 seconds, swim
people. Passes for resident individuals are $25.                            using leg and arm strokes (5 body lengths).
Please bring pool tags when renewing. There will be                         Level 3 - Jump into deep water, begin diving, tread water (1 minute), front crawl (15 yards), ele-
a $3 charge for each lost tag. Daily admission rates                        mentary backstroke (15 yards), survival float (30 seconds) and rotary breathing (15 times).
are listed below. Newington’s aquatic facilities                            Level 4 - Standing dives, swim underwater (3-5 body lengths), tread water (2 minutes), front
are open to anyone. Rocky Hill and Wethersfield                             crawl and elementary backstroke (25 yards each), breaststroke, butterfly, and back crawl (15
residents participating in the tri-town swimming                            yards each).
program (see below) may use their pool pass                                 Level 5 - Shallow water dives, tuck and pike surface dives, front flip turns, front crawl and ele-
from their town of residence. Children under 13                             mentary backstroke (50 yards each), breaststroke, butterfly, and back crawl (25 yards each).
must be accompanied by an adult.                                            Level 6 - Fitness Swimmer: front crawl and elementary backstroke (100 yards each), breast-
Time:       7:00 PM - 8:45 PM                                               stroke, butterfly, and back crawl (50 yards each), competitive turns, surface dives, object retrieval.
Dates:      Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays, Sept. 20,
            2021 - May 20, 2022. The pool is unavailable on all
            holidays and dates that the high school is closed,
                                                                                For a more detailed list of the level descriptions, please
            when school is cancelled due to inclement weather,                                             visit
            and occasionally due to NHS swim meets. Signs will                            www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec
            be posted at the pool with as much advance notice
            as possible. Call 860-665-8666 for information
            regarding school vacation swim times.
Fee:        Pool Pass: Individual: $25 / Household: $30                                      Lifeguarding Course
            (Pool passes may only be purchased at the Parks                                  Newington Parks & Recreation will be offering the latest American Red
            and Recreation office)
                                                                                             Cross Lifeguarding Course. Students will learn safety and rescue techniques
            Daily Admission Rate: $3.00 for adults, $2.00
                                                                                             designed to prevent and respond to a variety of on-land and aquatic
            for children under 18, $2.00 for seniors (62+)
                                                                                             emergencies. Pre-requisite skills must be demonstrated during the pre-
                                                                                             course session, which will be held on the first day. Fee includes instruction,
Tri-Town Swimming                                                                            the latest ARC Lifeguard Manual, pocket mask, and certification in American
The Newington, Rocky Hill, and Wethersfield Parks and Recreation De-                         Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED after successful completion
partments are offering a chance for residents of all three towns to utilize                  of the course. Students should bring a snack, their Lifeguard Manual
their indoor pools. If you purchase a season and/or yearly pool pass                         (received on first day), bathing suit, and towel to every class. Attendance of
(household or individual) from one town, you can use it in all three towns.                  all course dates is mandatory! This class is open to any and all interested
All you have to do is present your pass. Tri-town swimming is only availa-                   participants. Participants must be age 15 by the end of the class. Registration
ble for season pass holders.                                                                 deadline is TBD due to COVID-19. Check the Newington Parks and
                                                                                             Recreation Town Website and Facebook page for more updates.
Newington High School Indoor Pool 605 Willard Avenue, Newington
Open Mon., Wed., and Fri.: 7:00 PM – 8:45 PM
Office Number – 860-665-8666 / Hotline – 860-665-8686
                                                                                             Instructor: TBD
Rocky Hill High School Indoor Pool 50 Chaplin Avenue, Rocky Hill                             Location: TBD
Office – 860-258-7429 / Information Line – 860-258-2772                                      Fee:        $225 residents/ $250 non-residents
Wethersfield High School Indoor Pool 411 Wolcott Hill Rd, Wethersfield
Office/Information —860-721-2890
For more information on pool hours in Rocky Hill and Wethersfield, please contact their
Parks and Recreation offices directly.
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Aquatics
 Please note: The NHS Pool is kept                        Group Swim Lessons                              Ages 5 - 17
cooler for lap swimming and aquatic                       Our group swim lessons are taught by Red Cross certified lifeguards and are held at
                sports.                                   the Newington High School indoor pool. There are no vouchers or refunds given for
Preschool & Parent                                        missed or cancelled swim lessons. Please see level descriptions on our website as a
                                                          guide to register your child.
Ages 3 - 5 with parent
These lessons are the perfect opportunity for             Location: Newington High School Indoor Pool               Fee: $45 for residents
3 to 5 year olds to get acquainted with being in                                                                         $50 for non-residents
the water. Children will use songs, fun and
games to learn simple water basics in order to                 Mondays, March 15 - May 10                        Wednesdays, March 17 - May 12
help them get more comfortable being in the                           (9 classes)                                        (9 classes)
water. A parent is required to be in the water
at all times with their child and should be                           5:30 - 6:00 PM     6:00 - 6:30 PM                    5:30 - 6:00 PM         6:00 - 6:30 PM
comfortable in the water. There are no vouch-
ers or refunds given for missed or cancelled              Level 1        (not offered)   Code: 1060101-A2     Level 1         (not offered)       Code: 1060101-B2
swim lessons. Children must be three years                Level 2     Code: 1060102-A1 Code: 1060102-A2       Level 2      Code: 1060102-B1 Code: 1060102-B2
old when the program begins.
                                                          Level 3     Code: 1060103-A1 Code: 1060103-A2       Level 3      Code: 1060103-B1 Code: 1060103-B2
Location:    Newington High School Indoor Pool            Level 4     Code: 1060104-A1 Code: 1060104-A2       Level 4      Code: 1060104-B1 Code: 1060104-B2
Fee:         $20 for res./ $25 for non-res. (4 classes)
                                                          Level 5/6 Code: 1060108-A1 Code: 1060108-A2         Level 5/6 Code: 1060108-B1 Code: 1060108-B2
Code:          Time:     Dates:
1060110-A1     5:30 -
               6:00 PM
                         Mondays, March 15 - April 5      Semi–Private Swim Lessons                                     Ages 5 - 17
1060110-B1     5:30 -    Wednesdays, March 17 - April 7   Our semi-private swim lessons are a great opportunity to get individualized atten-
               6:00 PM                                    tion when learning how to swim. The limit is 2 participants per instructor. If class
1060110-C1     5:30 -    Mondays, April 19 - May 10       needs to be cancelled by Newington Parks and Recreation or the school is unexpect-
               6:00 PM
                                                          edly closed, we will issue a household credit for the missed class. Please see level
1060110-D1     5:30 -    Wednesdays, April 21 - May 12
                                                          descriptions on our website as a guide to register your child.
               6:00 PM

       Summer Pool Passes                                 Location: Newington High School Indoor Pool        Fee: $70 for residents, $75 for non-residents

 Summer 2021 Pool Passes will be available                       Session 1 - MONDAYS                                    Session 1 - WEDNESDAYS
  beginning April 1, 2021 at the Parks and                         March 15 - April 5                                       March 17 - April 7
   Recreation office. Proof of residency is                                (4 classes)                                              (4 classes)
   required. Summer pool passes permit                                      6:30 - 7:00 PM                                            6:30 - 7:00 PM
 entrance to the outdoor pools at Churchill
                                                          Level 1           Code: 1060201-A3                     Level 1              Code: 1060201-B3
Park and Mill Pond Park during the summer
      and are also valid for use at the                   Level 2           Code: 1060202-A3                     Level 2              Code: 1060202-B3
    Newington High School pool for the                    Level 3           Code: 1060203-A3                     Level 3              Code: 1060203-B3
         2021-2022 indoor season.
                                                          Level 4           Code: 1060204-A3                     Level 4              Code: 1060204-B3
                                                          Level 5/6         Code: 1060208-A3                     Level 5/6            Code: 1060208-B3
    Purchase your Summer 2021 Pool Pass
           by Friday, May 14, 2021
                                                                 Session 2 - MONDAYS                                    Session 2 - WEDNESDAYS
      and save $5 on an individual pass
                                                                   April 19 - May 10                                        April 21 - May 12
         or $10 on a household pass!                                       (4 classes)                                              (4 classes)

                                                                             6:30 - 7:00 PM                                           6:30 - 7:00 PM
                                                          Level 1            Code: 1060201-C3                    Level 1              Code: 1060201-D3
  More information about our Summer Pool
 Passes and Aquatics Programs will be in our              Level 2            Code: 1060202-C3                    Level 2              Code: 1060202-D3
 Summer 2021 Program Guide, which will be                 Level 3            Code: 1060203-C3                    Level 3              Code: 1060203-D3
  distributed to Newington residents in the
                                                          Level 4            Code: 1060204-C3                    Level 4              Code: 1060204-D3
      May issue of the Newington Life.
                                                          Level 5/6          Code: 1060208-C3                    Level 5/6            Code: 1060208-D3

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Creative Playtime Preschool Program
                            Creative Playtime Preschool Program                                      located at 200 Garfield Street, Newington
                             Creative Playtime Preschool Program is open to children ages 3-5. Morning, Afternoon, or Full-Day Programs are
                                            available. Our preschool program is fully licensed through the State of Connecticut.

                                                                             Information About Our Program
    Why Choose Creative Playtime                       The Newington Parks & Recreation Department’s Creative Playtime Preschool
        Preschool Program?                             Program is a play-based, child-focused, day-care center designed to be a wonderful
                                                       and enriching introduction to the classroom environment. Our goal is to create a safe
    We are licensed by the State of Connecticut,      environment in which children engage in activities that are hands-on, open-ended,
     meaning we follow the highest standards of        multisensory and meaningful to them. Play is the key that opens the door to creative
     education and safety.                             thinking and learning!
    Our mature and professional staff complete
     annual Continuing Education Units (CEUs)          Daily activities include "hands-on" play centers for fine and gross motor activities
     to ensure that we are knowledgeable about         such as school skills, paper, crayon and pencil work, and play dough play.
     the latest trends and techniques in the           Multi-sensory art and music experiences, coupled with imaginative dramatic play
     preschool field.                                  centers such as dolls, blocks, and puppets offer creative and imaginative outlets for
    Hundreds of children have graduated from          your child. We provide opportunities for daily living and social skills such as snack
     our program since we attained State licensure     time and self-help work that will empower your child to be independent in
     in 2007.                                          preparation for kindergarten. Daily outdoor play time combines fine and gross
    Our flexible program allows you to choose a       motor skills, healthy habits and basic introduction to nutrition and fitness. This
     schedule that suits your needs - choose           program is licensed through the State of Connecticut, and our staff is fully certified
     morning, afternoon or full day programs - for     and trained in CPR & First Aid. We have beautiful classroom facilities and a
     one day per week or all five!                     fenced-in outdoor space dedicated solely to the preschool program located at 200
    Our classroom is a beautiful, large space with
                                                       Garfield Street, Newington.
     multiple activity areas which will offer your
     child an engaging and inspiring place to          Staff:
     learn and play.                                   Diane Teevan, Preschool Director
    We offer Flex Days, to provide extra care for     Jessica Coelho, Head Teacher
                                                       Janet Arnold, Assistant Teacher
     your child when you need it!
                                                       Anne Carella, Assistant Teacher
                                                       Patricia McCarthy, Assistant Teacher

                2021-2022 Registration & Program Information
• For current families and siblings, registration begins Tuesday, February 2nd.
• For new families, registration begins Tuesday, February 9th.
   For non-residents, registration begins Tuesday, February 23rd.
   A 25% non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration.
• A payment plan is available for the 2021-2022 school year. If you choose the payment plan
option, the remaining balance will be due in three equal installments on July 15, 2021,
October 15, 2021 and January 14, 2022.
• Open to children ages 32 months to 5 years old. All children must turn 3 years old by
December 31, 2021. Children who will not be 3 years old until after December 31, 2021 are
welcome to register and begin attending our program after their 3rd birthday if there are
spaces available.
• School skills and Kindergarten readiness will be introduced in ALL classes.
• All children must be toilet trained by the start of the program, and may not be wearing
diapers or pull-ups.
• The ratio, at most, is 10 children per teacher.
• Additional program and registration information is included in the registration packet.

               Registration packets are available at the Parks &
        Recreation office or online at www.newingtonct.gov/parksandrec
                Please call 860-665-8666 for more information!
                     *Ask about our Flex Day Program!!*
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Creative Playtime Preschool Program
Our convenient program schedule allows you to register only for the times and days that you choose. You can
register for one day per week or all five! Choose the morning or afternoon program, or register your child for our
full day program. We also offer a Flex Day program, which gives you the opportunity to sign your child up for an
additional time slot when you need extra care.
Our affordable fees make our program a great value. Creative Playtime Preschool Program is an economical
choice that provides an enriching, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn, socialize and play.

                                                                                                                      Full Day Program
                                                                                                                      7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  2021 - 2022
                                                                                                            This option combines the morning
  PROGRAM                       Morning Program                         Afternoon Program
                                                                                                             and afternoon programs and in-
    HOURS                      7:30 AM - 12:30 PM                         12:30 - 5:30 PM                 cludes a lunch break. Lunch break is
                                                                                                          a supervised 30 minute lunch period.

                                                                                                              Please send your child with a
                                                                                                             healthy, nut-free and nut oil-free
                                                                                                                    lunch and snack.

                           Mondays: September 13th - June 6th (no class 10/11, 12/27, 1/17, 2/21, 4/11, 5/30)
  2021 - 2022              Tuesdays: September 14th - June 7th (no class 11/2, 12/28, 2/22, 4/12)
  PROGRAM
    DATES                  Wednesdays: September 1st - June 1st (no class 11/24, 12/29, 4/13)
                           Thursdays: September 2nd - June 2nd (no class 9/16, 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 4/14)
                           Fridays: September 3rd - June 3rd (no class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 4/15)

  2021 - 2022
  PROGRAM
    FEES
                          Mornings (7:30 AM to 12:30 PM)              $1,235.00 per half day                          25%: $308.75
                          Afternoons (12:30 to 5:30 PM)               $1,235.00 per half day                          25%: $308.75
      Full Day
                          Full Day (7:30 AM to 5:30 PM)               $2,470.00 per full day                          25%: $617.50
     Savings!
        See               (38 weeks)
     below for
      details!                                   25% (non refundable) deposit due at time of registration.

                      Pay in full and save $200 off your total tuition!

Full Day Savings! Save up to $500 off!!

Register your child for one full day and receive $100 off your tuition bill. For each additional full day your child is
registered for, save an additional $100! Receive up to a $500 discount for each registered child. Full day regis-
tration must be received prior to the beginning of the school year in order for the discount to be applied. Register
for:
Two full days—receive $200 off your total tuition bill
Three full days—receive $300 off your total tuition bill
Four full days—receive $400 off your total tuition bill
Five full days—receive $500 off your total tuition bill
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Youth Programs
Preschool Play Nights Ages 2 1/2 - 5
Preschoolers are invited to join us for these fun-filled evening programs! Your little
one will have lots of fun with our Creative Playtime Preschool staff while YOU get a                           COVID-19 UPDATE
little time to yourself! Each night will offer a themed craft, story time, and playtime
in our beautiful classroom facilities. A snack of crackers and juice will be provided.
Participants do not have to be registered students at Creative Playtime Preschool to                     We are proud to be able to bring you
attend. Children must be toilet trained and wear play clothes.
                                                                                                         classes both in-person and virtually.
Instructor:    Creative Playtime Preschool Staff
Location:      Creative Playtime Preschool classroom, 1075 Main Street, Lower Level, Newington            However, due to the fluidity of the
               (Parking available off Garfield Street in the OFI/Farmington Bank parking lots)
Fee per night: $15 for residents / $19 for non-residents                                                COVID-19 pandemic, we fully expect
               Register for ALL 3 nights - $40 for residents / $52 for non-residents
                                                                                                           changes in the information printed
Code:                 Theme:               Time:                    Date:
                                                                                                               here. If you are registered for a
1020414-A1            Save Our Earth!       5:30 - 7:00 PM      Thursday, April 8 (one class)
1020414-B1            Dinosaurs!            5:30 - 7:00 PM      Tuesday, May 11 (one class)              program and any change is made, an
1020414-C1            Shooting Stars!       5:30 - 7:00 PM      Thursday, June 3 (one class)
                                                                                                               email will be sent to inform all
Dance Classes                     Ages 18m - 8y                                                         participants of the changes. If you are
Your child will love to participate in this wonderful dance experience! These classes                    not registered for a program yet, but
are a great way to introduce your child to ballet, creative movement, tap and hip
hop. They will learn creative ways to express themselves through music, dance &                        wish to confirm no changes have been
movement in a fun and social environment. Parents are asked to wait outside the
classroom during dance classes. Children should wear comfortable, lightweight
                                                                                                         made before you register, please feel
clothing.                                                                                              free to call our office Monday through
Instructor:   Janet Arnold
Location:     Mortensen Community Multi-Purpose Room                                                     Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM at
Dates:        Saturdays, March 27– May 15 (8 classes)
Fee:          $57 for residents / $71 for non-residents                                                   860-665-8666. Also be advised that
Code:                Age:       Class:                                       Time:                             certain programs may only be
1030601-A1           2-4        Ballet/Creative Movement                     1:15 - 2:00 PM             available to town residents. We thank
1030603-A1           4-6        Hip Hop                                      2:10 - 2:55 PM
1030602-A1           5-8        Ballet                                       3:05 - 3:50 PM                      you for your flexibility and
1030601-A2           2-4        Ballet/Creative Movement                     4:00 - 4:45 PM
1030605-A1        18m - 2.5y    Mommy & Me                                   4:55 - 5:40 PM              understanding while we navigate the
                                                                                                                       pandemic together.
Music Together® Ages newborn to 5 years
Music Together® is an innovative, thoroughly researched
approach to early childhood music education and is based
on the premise that all children are inherently musical.                                                            Program Information Hotline:
Music Together is committed to helping families
rediscover the pleasure and value of musical activity by
                                                                                                                         860-665-8686
providing children with new opportunities to
experience and express themselves musically alongside Code:                             Time:         Dates:
their most important role models: their parents,         1030801-A1                4:30 - 5:15 PM    Tuesdays, April 6 - June 8 (10 classes)
caregivers and teachers.                                 1030801-A2                5:30 - 6:15 PM    Tuesdays, April 6 - June 8 (10 classes)
Instructor: Sue Freese                                               1030801-B1    9:30 -10:15 AM    Wednesdays, April 7 - June 9 (10 classes)
Location: Mortensen Community Center Multi-Purpose Room              1030801-B2    10:30 -11:15 AM   Wednesdays, April 7 - June 9 (10 classes)
Fee:        $190 ($100 for each additional sibling registered for    1030801-C1    8:30 - 9:15 AM    Saturdays, April 3 - June 5 (10 classes)
            same class. Fees include CD and all materials. Fees
                                                                     1030801-C2    9:30 -10:15 AM    Saturdays, April 3 - June 5 (10 classes)
            remain the same for non-residents. Infants under 8
            months are free with a registered sibling.)              1030801-C3    10:30-11:15 AM    Saturdays, April 3 - June 5 (10 classes)
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Youth Programs
Rhythm Kids® - Level 1                                   Art-Ventures
Ages 4 - 6                                               Around the World
Rhythm Kids® Level 1 is the next musical                 Grades K - 5
step for your preschool/kindergarten child
                                                         Art travelers go on a whirlwind tour of the world, traveling
with a parent or caregiver. Each week we
                                                         among different countries and cultures. Create hot air
drum, sing, dance, play rhythm instruments,
                                                         balloon lanterns to take you up and away! Each week we
and begin to play music-based games.
                                                         land somewhere in the world and create wicked cool cultural
Rhythm Kids® Level 1 guides children
                                                         art using unique materials and artisans’ techniques. In Puerto
toward developmentally appropriate music
                                                         Rico we work with clay and make wacky Vejigante masks.
and movement activities. Tuition includes
                                                         We design with Mosaics in Greece, make Tribal Rain Sticks in Australia, and
an Animal Collection Songbook, 2 CDs, and
                                                         create Maracas in Brazil, just to name a few. Fun facts about each country and
great on-line content. Please note that there
                                                         culture, geography and art history are included. The only thing kids need to pack
is an optional $40 fee, payable to the
                                                         is their imagination!
instructor on day one for your very own
djembe to use in class and at home.
Instructor: Sue Freese                                   Instructor: Art-Ventures Staff
Location: MCC Multi-Purpose Room                         Location: Mortensen Community Center Arts & Crafts Room
Fee:        $190 ($100 for each additional sibling       Fee:        $124 for residents / $134 for non-residents
registered for same class. Fees include CDs and all
materials. Fees remain the same for non-residents.)
                                                         Code:                            Time:                            Dates:
Code:         Time:          Dates:
                                                         1030709-A1                       4:30 - 5:30 PM                   Wednesdays, April 7 - June 2
1030806-A1    6:30 -         Tuesdays, March 23 -                                                                          (8 classes, no class 4/14)
              7:15 PM        May 25 (10 classes)

                   APRIL VACATION ART FUN PROGRAMS

                                                                                       Instructor: ART-ventures for Kids staff
                                                                                       Location: Mortensen Community Center Arts & Crafts Room
                                                                                       Fee per workshop: $47 for residents / $52 for non-residents
                                                                                       For Grades K - 5

 Clowning Around:                           My Animal Me and                           It’s Raining, It’s                           Silly Cities and Wiggly
 Silly Circus                               the Clay Safari                            Pouring                                      Waves
 Art-Ventures                               Creating with clay! According              But nobody’s snoring in this                 In this cross-country art-
 Ladies and gentlemen, boys and             to pre-Columbian legend, each              exciting springtime art-venture!             venture, don’t just admire the
 girls.. Welcome to Art-Ventures            person shares a common                     Decorate real umbrellas with                 scenery...Create it! Travel to the
 for kids quirky art circus. Step           destiny with an animal-called a            colorful, waterproof inks, sculpt            countryside to design model
 right up! Paint and decorate               “Tona”- that matches his or her            birds out of neon clay and                   houses with mosaic roofs. Then
 shimmering wood carousel                   personality. (Think bird for               create cool umbrella collages                grab oil pastels and build 3D
 horses; design goofy clown or              someone who likes to sing or               with decorative papers. Rain or              cityscape collages. Finally, paint
 acrobat stuffed toys with long,            cheetah for someone who is a               shine, everyone will have a                  ocean waves that crash right
 bendy legs; and draw colorful              fast runner.) During this                  blast!                                       over the edge of the stretched
 balancing acts complete with               workshop, sculpt awesome                                                                canvases.
 jugglers and elephants, tight-             “Tona” masks out of clay, then
 ropes and unicycles! Art                   bring them to life with paint,
 explorers bring home whimsical             feathers, and more!
 souvenirs of a spectacular day.

Code:           Time:          Date:       Code:          Time:        Date:           Code:        Time:       Date:            Code:           Time:        Date:
 1030708-A1      9:00 AM -      Mon.,       1030708-B1     9:00 AM -   Tues.,          1030708-C1 9:00 AM -     Wed.,               1030708-D1    9:00 AM -   Thur.,
                12:00 PM        April 12                  12:00 PM     April 13                   12:00 PM      April 14                         12:00 PM     April 15

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Youth Programs
Tennis Lessons Ages 7 - 12                                                                                 Kids Sewing 101 Ages 7 - 16
                                                                                                           Dye and Sew
The Parks & Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Newington Tennis Cen-
ter, is offering tennis lessons for children of all ability levels. Children learn the basics              Kids will learn a skill that will last a lifetime! This
while gaining cardiovascular fitness and coordination. Topics include forehand, back-                      class introduces the basics of machine operation.
hand, volley, serve and overhead. Racquets will be provided. Just bring your enthusi-                      Participants will hand-dye a cotton knit in week
asm and sneakers and get involved in the game of a lifetime. *Please note that                             one. In week two, they will create one of a kind
participants must register by the Wednesday prior to the first day of the session.                         leggings from their hand-dyed project! Kids will
Instructors:    Newington Tennis Center Staff                                                              get to bring home their leggings! Students can
Location:       Newington Tennis Center, 60 Prospect Street, Newington                                     bring their own sewing machine or use one of the
Fee:            $120 per session for residents / non-residents                                             three provided. All supplies are included in the fee
                                                                                                           for this class. Class size is limited to six students,
Code:                 Time:                  Dates:
                                                                                                           so sign up quickly!
1030301-A1            4:00 - 5:00 PM       Sundays, March 14 - April 25 (6 classes, no class 4/4)
1030301-B1       4:00 - 5:00 PM     Sundays, May 2 - June 13 (6 classes, no class 5/9)                     Instructors:   Miss Ashley
       *No need to wait - register today for the session beginning March 14th!*                            Location:      MCC Arts & Crafts Room
                                                                                                           Fee:           $50 for residents / $55 for non-residents
                                                                                                          Code:             Time:          Dates:
Karate Ages 5 - 12
                                                                                                            1030906-A1       5:30 -        Thursdays, March 25 and April 1
Come and learn the traditional art of Okinawan Shorin-Ryu                                                                    6:30 PM                  (2 classes)
Karate, taught by Master Peter Pekrul, a 10th degree black belt
with over 35 years of teaching experience. Your child will learn                                           Family Sewing All ages
the basics of Karate (blocking and striking) as it is still taught in
Okinawa today. Students will also learn discipline, self-                                                  Parents can join their child in this one-day sewing
confidence, and how to defend themselves.                                                                  project where the children will make towel pants
                                                                                                           that are great for the pool or beach, while learning
Instructor:    Peter Pekrul
Location:      Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium                                                        basic clothing construction, elastic application,
Fee:           $63 for residents / $69 for non-residents                                                   and hemming!
                                                                                                           Instructors: Miss Ashley
Code:                  Time:                    Dates:
                                                                                                           Location:     MCC Arts & Crafts Room
                                                                                                           Fee:          $25 for residents / $28 for non-residents
Ages 5 - 6
1031005-A1              5:00 - 6:00 PM          Wednesdays, March 31 - June 2 (10 classes)                Code:              Time:                   Date:
Ages 7 - 12                                                                                               1030906-B1         5:30 - 7:00 PM          Thursday, May 6
1031005-B1              6:15 - 7:15 PM          Wednesdays, March 31 - June 2 (10 classes)                                                               (1 class)

Boys’ Volleyball Youth Clinic Series                                                  Start Smart - Baseball
                                                                                      For boys & girls ages 3 - 5 with a parent/ guardian
Boys in grades 5 - 8
                                                                              Start Smart Baseball’s 6-week instructional program helps parents work
This clinic is designed with beginners and intermediate players in
                                                                              one-on-one with their children while teaching them the basics of
mind. The program’s focus is exposure to the sport of volleyball and
                                                                              baseball: throwing/catching, hitting, and running/agility. Start Smart
the fun and enjoyment of the game, while at the same time
                                                                              Baseball helps prepare children for organized baseball by using safe
developing agility, hand-eye coordination, body movement and ball
                                                                              and fun equipment to teach them the basic motor skills needed to
control. Individual skill instruction through repetition drills will occur
                                                                              compete. This program encourages and requires parental participation
with game play incorporated to introduce court awareness, motor
                                                                              in order to create a better experience for the child in strengthening
learning and development.
                                                                              athletic ability as well as family bonds. Parents will be able to learn the
Instructors: Robin Salters (Retired University of New Haven Head Volleyball   skills and drills involved in the game of baseball, and prepare for any
             Coach for 25 years) & Kim Foster (Former University of New Haven coaching opportunities in the future.
               Assistant Volleyball Coach)                                            Instructor: Nicole DeLude
Location:      Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium                                   Location: Mill Pond Park
Fee:           $80 for residents / $100 for non-residents                             Fee:       $70 for residents / same for non-residents
Code:              Time:               Dates:
                                                                                       Code:                Time:                      Dates:
1030421-A1         6:30 - 8:00 PM      Tuesdays, April 20 - May 25
                                       (6 classes)                                    1030425-A1           5:30 - 6:30 PM              Wednesdays, April 21 - May 26
                                                                                                                                          (6 classes)
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Youth Programs
Girls’ Basketball Skills Clinic                                                   Boys’ Basketball Skills Clinic
Grades K - 7, 9 - 12
                                                                                  Instructor: Eddie Quick
Newington High School Girls’ Varsity Basketball Coach Marc                        Location: Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium
Tancredi is offering a basketball skills clinic for girls in
Kindergarten through grade 7 and grades 9 through 12. The
                                                                                  CLINIC 1: Grades K - 12
                                                                                  Fee: $90 for residents / non-residents
focus of these clinics is to instill self– esteem, teamwork and skill
                                                                                  Newington High School Boys’ Varsity Basketball Coach Eddie Quick is
development.
                                                                                  offering a basketball skills clinic for boys in kindergarten through grade
Instructor: Marc Tancredi                                                         12. The focus of these clinics is to instill self– esteem, teamwork and skill
Location: Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium                                    development.
Fee:       $90 for residents / same for non-residents
                                                                                  Code:           Grade:        Time:                        Dates:
Code:               Grade:        Time:                     Dates:                1030404-A1      K-3            9:05 - 10:05 AM             April 12 - April 16 (5 classes)
1030403-A1           K-3          12:15 - 1:15 PM                                 1030404-B1      4-8           8:00 - 9:00 AM               April 12 - April 16 (5 classes)
                                                            Sundays,
1030403-B1           4-7          1:30 - 2:30 PM            April 11 - May 2      1030404-C1      9 - 12        10:10 - 11:10 AM             April 12 - April 16 (5 classes)
                                                            (4 classes)           CLINIC 2 (Travel Team League with Skills and Competition): Grades 3 - 8
1030403-C1           9 - 12       11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
                                                                                  Fee: $120 for residents / non-residents
Gymnastics Ages 18 months and up                                      Newington High School Boys’ Varsity Basketball Coach Eddie Quick is
A wonderful opportunity to learn the art of gymnastics! Partici-
                                                                      offering a basketball skills clinic for boys in grades 3 through 8. The focus
pants will learn gymnastic skills according to their ability level.
                                                                      of the clinic is to instill self-esteem, teamwork and skill development.
Activities include warm-ups, floor exercises, and use of gymnastic
equipment. Participants should wear leotards, warm-ups, or           Code:           Grade:         Time:           Dates:
shorts and a t-shirt. For the Parent and Tot class, children must be
                                                                     1030437-A1       3-4           4:25 - 5:55 PM  Sundays, April 18 - May 23 (6 classes)
at least 18 months old before the class begins to participate.
                                                                     1030437-B1       5-6           6:00 - 7:30 PM  Sundays, April 18 - May 23 (6 classes)
Instructor: Aerials Gymnastics Staff                                 1030437-C1       7-8           7:35 - 9:05 PM  Sundays, April 18 - May 23 (6 classes)
Location: Aerials Gymnastics, 136 Day Street, Newington
Code:            Time:                     Dates:
                                                                                  Girls’ Volleyball Fundamentals
Parent and Tot: Ages 18 months - 3 years with Parent                             Girls in grades 5 - 8
FEE: $85 for resident / $95 for non-resident                                     Learn and practice the basic fundamentals of volleyball. Participants will
1031002-A1      9:00 AM - 9:40 AM       Saturdays, April 24 - June 5 (7 classes) learn forearm passing, overhand serving, setting, spike approach and
Preschool: 3 1/2 - 5 years old                                                   game rotations. This camp is fun and engaging, allowing beginners to
FEE: $85 for resident / $95 for non-resident
                                                                                 develop a love of the game with the goal of playing in high school. No
1031003-A1      9:50 AM - 10:30 AM      Saturdays, April 24 - June 5 (7 classes) experience necessary.
Beginner: Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
FEE: $90 for resident / $100 for non-resident
                                                                                  Instructor: Tami Hyde & Chris Wanner
1031004-A1 10:30 - 11:15 AM           Saturdays, April 24 - June 5 (7 classes)    Location: Mortensen Community Center Gymnasium
Intermediate Gymnastics: 7 - 9 years old                                          Fee:        $80 for residents / $100 for non-residents
FEE: $100 for resident / $110 for non-resident
1031006-A1      10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Saturdays, April 24 - June 5 (7 classes)      Code:               Time:                     Dates:
Spring Showcase:
FEE: $40 for resident / $45 for non-resident                                      1030418-A1          5:00 - 6:30 PM               Tuesdays, April 20 - May 25 (6 classes)

1031007-A1      10:00 AM - 11:30 AM     Saturday, June 12

American Sign Language for Kids -
VIRTUAL Ages 5 - 14
Students will learn the ASL alphabet and corresponding words.
Basic words and phrases such as colors, numbers, family mem-
bers, etc. Students will be able to sign familiar words and short
phrases at the end of the course.
Staff:    Connie Davids
Location: Virtual (Email to follow up after registration)                              The Newington Parks and Recreation
Fee:      $65 for residents / $71 for non-residents
                                                                                    Department thanks Spring Brook Ice & Fuel
Code:                           Time:                 Dates:
                                                                                     Service for their continuous support of our
Beginner: 1030907-A1            4:30 - 5:15 PM        Mondays,
                                                      Mar. 22 - May 3
                                                                                                programs and events!
Intermediate: 1030907-B1        5:30 - 6:15 PM
                                                      (6 classes, no class 4/5)
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Exercise and Golf Programs
AARP / FitLot -                                                                            Beginner Adult Co-Ed Golf Clinic
FREE Exercise Programs                                                                     Are you ready to play? Get Golf
                                                                                           Ready is a fun and affordable golf
AARP and FitLot have generously donated
                                                                                           instruction program for people with
new exercise equipment and funds for fitness
                                                                                           little or no golf experience. The pro-
and instructors at AARP/FitLot Fitness Center
                                                                                           gram is a series of five introductory
located at Clem Lemire Sports Complex.
                                                                                           lessons conducted by our friendly
Thanks to AARP and FitLot, we will be
                                                                                           Golf Professionals in a relaxed
holding a variety of free exercise classes this spring at this new facility!
                                                                                           group environment.
There will either be a drop in program, a weeklong fitness class, or an
8-week fitness class held two evenings a week for 8 weeks. A certified                     The five lessons featured in the Get Golf Ready program will
instructor will be teaching all classes. Registration is required for all of               provide basic skills instruction as well as information regarding
these FREE classes!                                                                        the game’s rules, etiquette and values. On-course learning experi-
Instructor: TBD                                                                            ences will be a part of each lesson. Overall, participants will gain
Location: Clem Lemire Sports Complex                                                       insight into techniques regarding chipping, putting, full swing
                                                                                           and bunker play as well as the fundamental guidelines regarding
Code:                Time:                            Dates:                               the use of golf equipment, keeping score and navigating the
Intro Week 1                                                                               course. Bring your own clubs or we will provide them for you.
1041018-A1           5:30 - 6:30 PM                   Tuesday, April 20                    Bring a friend!
1041018-A2           5:30 - 6:30 PM                   Thursday, April 22
1041018-A3           10:00 - 11:00 AM                 Saturday, April 24                   Instructor: PGA Golf Professionals
                                                                                           Location: Indian Hill Country Club, 111 Golf Street, Newington
8-Week Series Class                                                                        Fee:        $110 for residents / same for non-residents
1041018-B1          5:30 - 6:30 PM                    Tuesdays & Thursdays,
                                                      April 27 - June 17                  Code:              Time:                 Dates:
8-Week Drop In Class
                                                                                          1040602-A1        6:00 -                 Wednesdays,
1041018-C1          10:00 - 11:00 AM                  Saturdays,
                                                                                                            7:30 PM                May 5 – June 2 (5 classes)
                                                      May 1 - June 26 (no class 5/29)

               Indian Hill Country Club                                                    Beginner Ladies Golf Clinic
                    2021 Resident Information                                              Are you ready to play? Get Golf
Newington residents can play golf at Indian Hill on specific days of                       Ready is a fun and affordable golf
the week by purchasing a resident membership card (see rates                               instruction program for people with
below). The Resident Card may be purchased from the Indian Hill                            little or no golf experience. The pro-
office, beginning in late March. Proof of age and residency is                             gram is a series of five introductory
required. All fees may be paid by cash or check.
                                                                                           lessons conducted by our friendly
          Newington Regular Resident Cards:                             $25                Golf Professionals in a relaxed
          Newington Senior (62+) Resident Cards:                        $60                group environment.
          USGA Handicap Service (optional):                             $30
                  Full Memberships are also available.                                     The five lessons featured in the Get Golf Ready program will
                                                                                           provide basic skills instruction as well as information regarding
          Times for Resident Play Based on availability                                    the game’s rules, etiquette and values. On-course learning experi-
                        Saturdays:        1:30 PM – Dusk                                   ences will be a part of each lesson. Overall, participants will gain
                        Sundays:          1:30 PM – Dusk
                                                                                           insight into techniques regarding chipping, putting, full swing
                        Mondays*:         8:00 AM - Dusk
          *Senior residents pay no Greens Fees on Mondays and have priority on the tee     and bunker play as well as the fundamental guidelines regarding
                                     from 8:30 - 10:30 AM                                  the use of golf equipment, keeping score and navigating the
               Tuesdays:        7:30 AM – 10:00 AM & 5:30 PM – Dusk
                                                                                           course. Bring your own clubs or we will provide them for you.

                                2021 Golf Rates                                            Instructor: PGA Golf Professionals
                                                                                           Location: Indian Hill Country Club, 111 Golf Street, Newington
    Resident Greens Fee          Golf Cart Fees       Guest of a Resident                  Fee:       $110 for residents / same for non-residents
    9 Holes (walking) - $23      9 Holes - $10        9 Holes (walking) - $25

    18 Holes (walking) - $42     18 Holes - $20       18 Holes (walking) - $50            Code:         Time:             Dates:

                                                                                           1040601-A1    6:00 - 7:30 PM   Wednesdays, June 23 - July 21 (5 classes)
           Please call Indian Hill for more information:
                           (860) 666-5447

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Adult Programs
Adult Sewing 101 Ages 16 and up                                          Line Dancing
Do you have a sewing machine lying around but don’t know                 Line dancing isn’t just country/western anymore! It could be
where to start? Learn how to thread and operate your machine             anything from a waltz to a cha-cha. You will learn some of the most
while creating your very first sewing project that you will get to       popular dances. No partner is needed. It’s fun, great exercise and just
take home! This one-day class will begin to teach you the basics of      a few classes will free the dancer in you.
sewing and get you starting on a skill that can last a lifetime. Don’t
                                                                         Instructor: Wendy Nielsen
let your machine collect dust any longer! Put it to good use in this     Location: Senior & Disabled Center Auditorium
fun and informational class!                                             Fee:        $83 for residents / $105 for non residents

Instructors: Miss Ashley                                                 Code:             Time:                      Dates:
Location:     MCC Arts & Crafts Room
                                                                         1040701-A1        5:30 - 6:30 PM             Mondays, March 22 - June 7
Fee:          $20 for residents / $25 for non-residents                                                                (11 classes, no class 5/31)
Code:                Time:                Dates:
                                                                         Ballroom Dancing
1041302-A1          5:30 - 7:00 PM        Monday, March 29 (1 class)     Learn to dance for any occasion! Feel confident and have fun at
                                                                         parties, weddings and other events. This is a great way to have a
American Sign Language for Adults-                                       'date' with your partner or make new friends. Dancing will keep
                                                                         you energized and fit. In this session, you will learn the Foxtrot,
VIRTUAL                                                                  Swing, Salsa and slow dance from a professional dance teacher. No
Students will learn the ASL alphabet and corresponding words.            partner is required. Please wear comfortable shoes with a smooth
Basic words and phrases such as colors, numbers, family members etc.     sole.
Students will be able to sign familiar words and short phrases at the    Instructor: Wendy Nielsen
end of the course. This program is fun and educational!                  Location:   Senior & Disabled Center Auditorium
                                                                         Fee:        $83 for residents / $105 for non-residents
Instructor: Connie Davids
Location: Virtual                                                        Code:                        Time:                    Dates:
            (Email to follow up upon registration)                       Beginner: 1040702-A1        6:30 - 7:30 PM         Mondays, March 22 - June 7
Fee:        $65 for residents / $71 for non-residents                                                                       (11 classes, no class 5/31)
                                                                         Intermediate:1040702-B1     7:30 - 8:30 PM
Code:                Time:                Dates:
1041301-A1           6:30 - 7:15 PM        Mondays, Mar. 22 - May 3
                                           (6 classes, no class 4/5)

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