SPRING & SUMMER 2021 CELEBRATING DARIEN’S 200TH BIRTHDAY

PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 3RD

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www.darienct.gov/parkrec | 2 Renshaw Rd. Darien, CT | 203 -656-7325 LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR

Dear Friends,

As we embark on a new journey of change in 2021, we remain hopeful that life will return to a place where we can socialize and recreate as we have in the past, but the reality will be a blend of new safe practices. The past year

has been extremely challenging and unlike any year we have endured before. With these challenges, also Pam Gery & Town Administrative Staff at Weed Beach Fest came new learning experiences and two things became abundantly clear: 1. Parks are essential 2. Pre-pandemic ways of operating are forever changed. Our team at the Parks & Recreation Department responded quickly and began to create and embrace a new way of doing things, and our programs and parks are now busier than ever. While our attendance at our parks continues to swell, our park crew also continues to work diligently to keep them clean and safe for everyone’s enjoyment.

As we continue to research on how best to serve all of you, I came across a national survey that the National Parks & Recreation Association did recently and found the following top 10 next best practices for 2021 and years to come:

1. In-person offerings and virtual programming will coexist. 2. People will view access to parks/outdoors as a right, not a luxury. 3. Zoom will be a verb. 4. Basic personal hygiene and public sanitation requirements will increase by significant levels. 5. Our understanding of truly essential workers will change. 6. Permanent office spaces will shrink as work from home and remote working become an expectation, not a perk. 7. Customer experiences will be more faceless and/or touchless. 8. Agencies will need to be sensitive to individual comfort levels around preferred greetings. 9. Being busy is less important than being present – Be.More.Present. 10. E-Sports will continue to grow exponentially with virtual versions of major sports.

We hope you enjoy the offerings of our spring/summer brochure for you and your family. We hope that you will find something special, whether from the comfort of your home or safely in-person. Together we will look forward to a different but successful 2021!

Warm regards, Pamela Gery

RESIDENT RECOGNITION: JULIET CAIN & DEEPIKA SAKSENA FROM DARIEN POLLINATOR PATHWAY! “We are so honored to be recognized by Parks & Recreation for the work we have been doing with the Department and around Town!

The mission of the Darien Pollinator Pathway is to restore habitat by using native plants, shrubs and trees and avoiding synthetic chemicals. Last year, Parks & Recreation invited us to start a native garden at Tilley Pond Park. We also consulted with the Town in relation to their plans for Highland Farm and are proud of both the grant received by the Town for the meadow and plantings, as well as the Town’s commitment to maintain the property, including the playing fields, pesticide-free. The property will form a significant portion of the Pollinator Pathway.

We had several meetings with the Parks & Recreation Commission and staff in relation to maintenance of sports playing fields in Town Parks. We are thrilled that the Commission has decided, starting this year, to launch a pilot program to maintain Casey Field at Cherry Lawn solely with organic materials as part of a multi-year plan to phase out chemicals in Town parks. And we have many projects planned for 2021! First up is a plan to restore a section of Stony Brook by removing invasives like Mugwort, Oriental Bittersweet and Burning Bush, and replacing them with native plants and shrubs. We have applied for a $5,000 grant, but will only receive this grant if we can generate matching funds and volunteer hours. If you would like to donate money or time to help, please contact us at [email protected].

We will also be launching a new initiative “Kiss My Grass – Goodbye”! Offering free native plants for residents replacing all or part of their lawns. We will continue private home visits to advise on how to incorporate native plants, even in the trickiest spots and will hold our annual native plant sale in late June. Last year we used some of the proceeds of our sale to build raised beds and supply plants to the Urbanscape Native Plant Nursery in New Haven which teaches the importance of native plants in a community that has very little by way of green space and plantings. And until we can hold live educational events, we will continue to host topical Zooms in collaboration with the Darien Library and other organizations. Thank you all for helping us make Darien a healthy and pollinator-friendly Town!” ~ Juliet and Deepika

Thank you again Juliet and Deepika! TILLEY POND PARK NATIVE GARDEN Darien Parks and Recreation

www.darienct.gov/parkrec | 2 Renshaw Rd. Darien, CT | 203 -656-7325

NEW TABLE OF CONTENTS Don’t miss our *new program offerings!

PARKS & REC ADMINISTRATION INFORMATION ...... 2 OTHER AVAILABLE PROGRAMS ...... 18

REGISTRATION & POLICIES ...... 3 COMMEMORATIVE BENCH PROGRAM….………………..19

PARK FACILITY RENTALS ...... 4 BEACH/BOAT PERMIT APPLICATION..…………………...20

YOUTH ACTIVITIES ...... 5 PARKS & REC REGISTRATION FORM…..………………..21

SPORTS ...... 5 SENIOR ACTIVITIES ………………………………………….22 / Junior Pickleball / Soccer / / Outdoor Grit Ninja PROGRAMS ...... 22 Administration Information / Membership / Monthly SPORTS & ONLINE COMPUTER CODING ...... 7 Newsletter / Upcoming Events / Lunch / Voicemail Rugby / Soccer / April Vacation Camp / Online Coding YOUTH COMMISSION ...... 23 SPORTS & FITNESS ...... 8 Camps & Activities Fencing / Archery / / Girls Yoga / Story Time Yoga MAP OF DARIEN TOWN PARKS & SCHOOLS ...... 24

SCIENCE & LIFESKILLS ...... 9 BICENTENNIAL EVENTS ...... 25 Woodworkers Club / Mad Science / Swim Lessons / Cupcake Club UPCOMING SAVE THE DATES……….…….BACK COVER

MUSIC & COOKING ...... 10 Ukulele / Sprout Chefs / Piano / Guitar

SUMMER CAMPS ...... 11 Flag / Basketball / Tennis / Soccer / Squash Rugby / Indoor / Beach Volleyball / KAYAK & PADDLEBOARD British Multisport / Mad Science / Overtime Athletics / STORAGE LOTTERY Sprout Chefs Thanks to our Park Staff for building and adding another rack at both Weed Beach and Pear Tree Point Beach. We ADULT PROGRAMS ...... 14 now have 60 rack spaces at both beaches this year. Due to

SPORTS & HEALING & TECH ...... 14 the popularity of the racks, our office will have a lottery to all Tennis / Restorative Vin Yoga / Golf / those that register. Please visit darienct.gov/parkrec for Digital Audio Recording more information.

FITNESS ...... 16 HIIT 2B FIT NEW

SPORTS & FITNESS & MUSIC ...... 17 COVID 19 GUIDELINES Pickleball / Beach & Vinyasa Flow Yoga / Guitar ALL PROGRAMS WILL FOLLOW CURRENT STATE OF CONNECTICUT DEPARTMENT OF FALL SPRING PUBLIC HEALTH AND TOWN HEALTH DEPARTMENT GUIDELINES. WINTER SUMMER

darienct.gov/parkrec 2 PARKS & REC ADMIN INFORMATION

PARKS & RECREATION STAFF PARK CREW PARKS &

Pamela Gery, CPRP James E. Flynn RECREATION Director of Parks & Recreation Supervisor of Parks Maintenance COMMISSION [email protected] [email protected] Lorene Bora, Chairman Sandy Rich Parks Foreman Jim Coghlan, CPRP Susan Daly Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Edwin Acevedo Parks Maintainer Sarah Demark [email protected] Keith Bennett Parks Maintainer Amy Doering Jami Gore Mitchell Katrick Parks Maintainer Recreation Supervisor Mike Moretti Parks Maintainer Lucy Hackman [email protected] Mike Staff Parks Maintainer Tierre Hessert

Jeanne Foulds Cathy Mulrow-Peattie Office Administrator Mary Louise Morgan [email protected] Michael Sgroe Tara Cochran Valerie Muller Monthly meeting Program Secretary Program Secretary [email protected] [email protected] schedule at darienct.gov

P. Gery, S. Daly, L. Bora, A. Doering, M. Morgan, T. Cochran, J. Gore, P. Gery, V. Muller, M. Moretti, J. Flynn, K. Bennett, S. Demark, L. Hackman, T. Hessert, M. Sgroe J. Coghlan (Not pictured: J. Foulds) M. Katrick, E. Acevedo, S. Rich, M. Staff (not pictured: C. Mulrow-Peattie)

NEW HOURS/INFORMATION CONTACT WOOF

Phone 203-656-7325 WEDNESDAYS Address & Office Hours NEW Website Darienct.gov/parkrec Meet our Parks & Rec mascot! Town Hall, Room 110 Email [email protected] Visit the Parks & Rec office at 2 Renshaw Road Darien, CT 06820 Twitter @Darienparkrec Town Hall any Wednesday Instagram Darienparkandrec and meet Peanut in person! Monday — Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:15 PM A LITTLE TEASE….. Friday CLOSED CHECK OUT OUR NEW

PAGE “DARIEN DIGS DOGS” Closed on following holidays: ON OUR WEBSITE TO SEE Monday May 31 Memorial Day UPCOMING THEMED Monday July 5 4th of July Please check us out and “like”, ACTIVITIES FOR YOU & Monday September 7 Labor Day “follow” & “friend” our pages! YOUR FUR-BABIES! darienct.gov/parkrec 2 REGISTRATION & POLICIES

Registration Information: For preschool aged programs, Cancellations & Missed Classes: Parks & Recreation children must be the appropriate age by the start of reserves the right to set minimums/maximums for each the program. program to ensure that instructor-to-participant ratios are maintained. Further, the Department reserves the right Payments: Payment must be made in full at time of to cancel any program due to insufficient enrollment. registration. Credit/debit card, check, or cash payments Make-up classes are not provided for classes missed by are accepted. Checks should be made payable to the participants. Parks and Recreation does not prorate Town of Darien. classes for late registrations.

Refunds: If a program is cancelled due to insufficient Scholarships: Full or partial financial assistance is enrollment, a full refund will be given. For any other available to help Darien residents who may be unable reason, refunds will be granted up to 1 week from the to afford the full cost of a program. Please call start of the program, less a $15 administration fee. 203-656-7325 for information. Cancellations made within 1 week of the program start date, only 75% of the registration fee will be refunded. No refunds will be granted after the start of a program.

REGISTRATION OTHER RECREATION INFORMATION CONTACTS IN DARIEN

Resident registration begins: Darien Nature Center………203-655-7459 Wednesday, March 3 Darien Senior Program ……203-656-7490 For Non-Residents: Youth Commission…...…….203-656-7326 Wednesday, March 10 Darien YMCA ………….…...203-655-8228 Options for program registration: American Red Cross……….800-733-2767 1. Online: darienct.gov/parkrec Darien Library……………….203-655-1234

2. By mail: Mail-in registrations Darien Ice Rink…………...... 203-655-8251 will be handled after in-person Darien Arts Center……….…203-655-8683 registrations on March 3th. YWCA of Darien-Norwalk….203-655-2535 3. In-person: Please no walk-ins Darien Boat Club……...darienboatclub.org currently for your safety & ours! Darien Little League…….….www.dybs.org Darien Soccer Assoc…...dariensoccer.org NEW Darien Youth .……...... dylax.com Limited garden plots are Darien Jr. Football……………...…..djfl.org Darien Youth Hockey.…….…….dyha.com available for the season. Darien Jr. Sailing [email protected] For information regarding availability, Harbor contact Cherry Lawn Garden Chair, Master………[email protected]

Dorothy Shergalis, at 203-252-4507 Darien Sail & Power Squadron..……………………….dspsct.org

darienct.gov/parkrec 3 COMMEMORATIVEPARK FACILITY BENCH RENTALS PROGRAM

Rental Information: Parks & Recreation has a number www.darienct.gov/parkrec. Park permit applications are of facilities available for rental. Use of facilities is listed under the “forms” section & typically require a 2 permitted through the Parks & Recreation Department. week turnaround for requests. Facility permits to Interested parties must apply for a permit. Permits & reserve picnic tables/picnic area & Paddle Hut Rentals more rental information available online at are limited to Darien residents only.

RENTAL FACILITIES

CHERRY LAWN PARK GAZEBO 120 Brookside Road

Covered Gazebo next to pond. Accommodates up BEACH PERMITS/STICKERS to 30. Limited availability. Darien RESIDENTS ONLY $53 per vehicle per season Purchase online or by mail (details page 20) Non-Residents purchase day passes at beaches for $48 TILLEY POND PARK WEED BEACH PADDLE HUT 155 Nearwater Lane Lakeside Avenue

Heated/air conditioned party space with large deck, Warming Hut & refrigerator/microwave, ten 6-foot folding tables, 30 Park overlooking folding chairs & on-duty attendant. October - March pond. Grassy, limited to Paddle Parties. All other party rentals shaded areas. April - September. Accommodates up to 135. Propane grill rental available $35. Includes propane. PEAR TREE POINT BEACH PICNIC AREA 127 Pear Tree Point Road

Picnic area with picnic tables and grills. Accommodates up to 100.

WEED BEACH WEST PICNIC AREA 155 Nearwater Lane

Picnic area with picnic tables and grills. Area is located beyond playground & back tennis courts. Accommodates up to 250.

WEED BEACH MEADOW PICNIC AREA 155 Nearwater Lane

Large grassy area with waterfront views. Great for large tent and large group rentals. NEW

darienct.gov/parkrec 4 YOUTH ACTIVITIES SPORTS

NEW LEVEL TENNIS (Ages 3-14) PEE WEE TENNIS (Ages 3-5) SPRING SUMMER Offered Monday - Saturday (8 week sessions) Offered Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays (8 week sessions) March 22 - May 28 (no class April 2,12-17) June 22 - August 13

Ages 3 & 4 45 Min. Course Ages 5 & 6 1 Hour Course Ages 3 & 4 45 Min. Course Ages 4 & 5 45 Min. Course Saturday 12:15 PM 8331 Tuesday 4:00 PM 8348 Saturday 11:30 AM 8453 Saturday 12:15 PM 8456

Monday 1:45 PM 8332 Thursday 4:00 PM 8349 Tuesday 12:00 PM 8451 Tuesday 12:45 PM 8454 Tuesday 1:45 PM 8333 Wednesday 12:45 PM 8452 Wednesday 12:00 PM 8455 Tuesday 2:30 PM 8334 Ages 6 to 8 1 Hour Course Classes will utilize fun drills, coordination exercises, and age appropriate games to Wednesday 1:45 PM 8335 Saturday 1:45 PM 8350 enhance students understanding and aptitude for tennis. Thursday 1:45 PM 8336 Monday 4:00 PM 8351 Location Saturdays: Tuesdays & Wednesdays: Weed Beach Darien High School Friday 1:45 PM 8337 Tuesday 5:00 PM 8352 Fees Resident $135 Non-Resident $162 Friday 2:30 PM 8338 Wednesday 5:00 PM 8353 Friday 4:00 PM 8354 JUNIOR PICKLEBALL (Ages 9 - 17) Ages 4 & 5 45 Min. Course SPRING Saturday 1:00 PM 8339 Ages 9 - 11 1 Hour Course Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays (7 week sessions) April 19 - June 12 (no class May 29 & 31) Monday 2:30 PM 8340 Saturday 2:45 PM 8355 Ages 9-12 1 Hour Course Ages 13 - 17 1 Hour Course Monday 3:15 PM 8341 Wednesday 4:00 PM 8356 Monday 3:00 PM 8677 Monday 4:00 PM 8678 Tuesday 3:15 PM 8342 Thursday 5:00 PM 8357 Wednesday 2:30 PM 8343 Wednesday 3:00 PM 8679 Wednesday 4:00 PM 8680 Wednesday 3:15 PM 8344 Ages 10 -14 1 Hour Course Saturday 12:00 PM 8681 Saturday 1:00 PM 8684 Thursday 2:30 PM 8345 Monday 5:00 PM 8330 SUMMER Thursday 3:15 PM 8346 Friday 5:00 PM 8329 Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays (7 week sessions) Friday 3:15 PM 8347 June 14 - August 2 Ages 9-12 1 Hour Course Ages 13 - 17 1 Hour Course Frank Russo & New Level Tennis will be offering an exciting tennis experience this spring in Darien. Classes will utilize fun drills, coordination Monday 3:00 PM 8690 Monday 4:00 PM 8687 exercises, and age appropriate games to enhance student’s understanding Wednesday 3:00 PM 8691 Wednesday 4:00 PM 8688 and aptitude for tennis. More advanced players will focus on stroke refinement, movement, court sense and match play. Saturday 12:00 PM 8692 Saturday 1:00 PM 8689 Location Weed Beach Pickleball professionals will be offering junior clinics at Cherry Lawn. Clinics will Fees 45 Min. Resident $135 Non-Resident $162 run for 7 weeks. Please reach out to Scott Slobin at [email protected] for further details or questions. Fees 1 Hour Resident $205 Non-Resident $246 Location Cherry Lawn Park Fees Resident $170 Non-Resident $204

darienct.gov/parkrec 5 YOUTH ACTIVITIES SPORTS

TINY TOTS SOCCER (Ages 2-5) YOUTH GOLF LESSONS (Ages 8-14) SPRING Wednesdays or Saturdays (1 hour session for 5 weeks) Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday (45 minute session for 8 weeks) SPRING April 5 - June 12 (no class April 12-17, May 29 & 31) April 21 - May 22 Ages 2 & 3 Time Course Ages 3 - 5 Time Course Day Time Course *Saturday 9:00 AM 8325 *Saturday 9:00 AM 8319 Wednesday 4:30 PM 8416 *Saturday 10:00 AM 8326 *Saturday 10:00 AM 8320 Saturday 3:00 PM 8417 *Saturday 11:00 AM 8328 *Saturday 11:00 AM 8321 SUMMER Friday 10:00 AM 8327 Tuesday 2:00 PM 8322 June 23 - July 24 Wednesday 1:15 PM 8323 Day Time Course Friday 12:45 PM 8324 Wednesday 4:30 PM 8513 Fall Fees Resident $180 Non-Resident $216 Saturday 3:00 PM 8514 Location Town Hall Fields *Saturdays Highland Farm These clinics are designed to introduce junior golfers to the game of golf using the correct fundamentals & cover putting, chipping, pitching, bunker SUMMER play and the full swing. The rules of golf and etiquette will be discussed. Juniors of all abilities are welcome. Groups will be divided based on age Saturday and ability. It is highly recommended that children bring their own golf (45 minute session for 8 weeks) clubs, but some will be provided. These lessons are taught by PGA June 26 - August 13 Certified Professional Paul Alexander. Please visit the Oak Hills website at www.oakhillsgc.com to learn about special non-resident course rates. Ages 2 & 3 Time Course Location Oak Hills Park Golf Course Saturday 9:30 AM 8478 165 Fillow Street, Norwalk Resident $150 Non-Resident $180 Ages 3 - 5 Time Course Saturday 9:30 AM 8477 The Blue Wave Kickers (BWK) Soccer Academy offers a Tiny Tots soccer program for 2 - 5 year olds. Fun is the single most important thing BWK teaches. Each class consists of dribbling, shooting and passing. This is all done in a fun, non-competitive way. The session always ends with shooting on the goals and/or a small-sided game. 4 & 5 year olds end most classes with a short game introducing them to the game of REAL SOCCER. OUTDOOR GRIT NINJA (Ages 5-11) Fees Resident $180 Non-Resident $216 Tuesdays (50 minute sessions for 8 weeks) Location Town Hall Fields NEW March 30 - May 25 (no class April 13) Ages Time Course Ages 5-8 4:00 PM 8613 Ages 8-11 5:00 PM 8615 The Grit Ninja has packed up equipment and is ready to turn Cherry Lawn Park into a unique Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course! During each action-packed class, aspiring ninjas will climb, swing, jump and run on our ever-changing equipment (which includes a rock wall traverse, monkey bars, grip gauntlet, cliffhanger, balance courses, Grit Grid and so much more!) Classes are led by The Grit Ninja's professional coaches - many of whom have competed on NBC's American Ninja Warrior. Our coaches will guide ninjas as they tackle the fun obstacles that build strength, coordination, agility, balance, problem-solving skills, self-confidence, and most importantly - GRIT! Fees Resident $280 Non-Resident $336

Location Cherry Lawn Park darienct.gov/parkrec 6 YOUTH ACTIVITIES SPORTS & ONLINE COMPUTER CODING

RUGBY (Ages 5 - 9) CODE WIZ ONLINE CODING CLASSES (Ages 7-13+) SPRING SPRING Sundays NEW Mondays & Thursdays (1 Hour Sessions) (1 hour session for 6 weeks) April 1 - May 17 (no class April 19, 27) May 16 - June 27 (no class May 30) Class Day Age Time Course Ages Time Course Animator-Create: Java Script Thursday 10+ 4:00 PM 8631 5-9 9:00 AM 8600 Animator-Create: Java Script Monday 10+ 4:00 PM 8630 The aim of the youth rugby program is to provide a basic foundation and Code Your Own Roblox Game Thursday 10+ 5:00 PM 8635 introduction to the game of rugby. Instruction will cover all aspects of the game except tackling. Coaching will be done by current DHS players and Code Your Own Roblox Game Monday 10+ 5:00 PM 8633 former college/club players. Code Your Own Roblox Game Thursday 7-9 4:00 PM 8637 Fall Fees Resident $70 Non-Resident $84 Code Your Own Roblox Game Monday 7-9 4:00 PM 8636 Location Baker Park Drag N Drop Coding Monday 7-9 4:00 PM 8638 Drag N Drop Coding Thursday 7-9 4:00 PM 8639 Game Development with Unity Monday 10+ 6:00 PM 8640 Game Development with Unity Thursday 10+ 6:00 PM 8641 Game-Based Python Monday 10-12 4:00 PM 8643 Game-Based Python Thursday 10-12 4:00 PM 8644 BLUE WAVE KICKERS SOCCER ACADEMY (Grades K-2) Intro/Advanced Java Monday 13+ 6:00 PM 8645 SUMMER Saturdays Intro/Advanced Java Thursday 13+ 6:00 PM 8646 (1 hour session for 8 weeks) Intro/Advanced Python Monday 13+ 5:00 PM 8650 June 26 - August 13 Intro/Advanced Python Thursday 13+ 5:00 PM 8651 Class Time Course Minecraft Coding Monday 8-12 5:00 PM 8652 Boys K-2 10:30 AM 8479 Minecraft Coding Thursday 8-12 5:00 PM 8653 Girls K-2 10:30 AM 8480 Minecraft World Builder Monday 7-12 4:00 PM 8654 Blue Wave Kickers (BWK) Soccer Academy is run by Jon Bradley, Head Minecraft World Builder Thursday 7-12 4:00 PM 8655 Boys Varsity soccer coach at Darien High School & DSA Director of Coaching. Jon will be assisted by various DSA coaches & varsity players Animator-Create: Java Script: Are you artistic? Learn to draw & paint & tell a story from from Darien. your perspective all with code. Express your creative side by learning how to create gripping animations and transitions using Javascript. Fees Resident $195 Non-Resident $234 Code Your Own Roblox Game: Create versions of your fairytale universe with Roblox. Location Town Hall Fields Roblox studio has all the tools to make your wildest gaming imaginations a reality. Drag N Drop Coding: Love the idea of animations, funny storytelling with characters or APRIL VACATION CAMP (Grades K-6) making 2 player games to share with friends? Cool! Using drag and drop programming techniques, you'll get to create fun animations & games. BLUE WAVE KICKERS SOCCER VACATION CAMP Game Development with Unity: Get started making your own 2D or 3D games from April 12 - 15 scratch just like the pros! Whether you are a beginner or have experience with coding, Unity will help you unleash your creative side. 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Game-Based Python: Learn to program in Python with a coding strategy game. Intro/Advanced Java: Learn the basics & advance to learning about objects, methods, HALF DAY Time Course classes. Create card game simulations, parking garage software & basically any simulation that requires object interaction. Develop an impressive portfolio that cannot be Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM -12:00 PM 8390 overlooked by colleges. This course will make your AP Computer Science class a breeze! Intro/Advanced Python: Python is used by some of the largest tech companies! Python Location Town Hall Fields provides a gentle intro to text based coding, navigating complex computational problems. Fees Half Day Week (Monday - Thursday) $165 Minecraft Coding: Explore, create, survive! Mine into the Minecraft world & create your dream world using code! Half Day Daily $50 Minecraft World Builder: In this course, you will learn how to run a city, manage money, protect the environment, all within the 3D world of Minecraft! This is not coding based, but Blue Wave Kickers Soccer offers an exciting soccer experience for children more real-world economics, city planning, and life management! in grades K - 6. Camp will be held from 9AM - 12PM with Friday being the rain make-up day. Fees Resident $198 Non-Resident $238 Location ONLINE *All sessions require either a PC, Mac or Chromebook darienct.gov/parkrec 7 YOUTH ACTIVITIES SPORTS & FITNESS

ALL A-BOUT FENCING (Ages 4 - 14) GIRLS YOGA (Ages 7 - 14) Wednesdays Tuesdays (50 minute session for 6 weeks) (1.5 Hour session for 6 weeks) SPRING SPRING April 20 - May 25 April 21 - May 26 Ages Time Course Ages Time Course 11 - 14 5:00 PM 8411 8 - 14 8658 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 7 - 10 4:00 PM 8412 4 - 7 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM 8657 SUMMER Yoga can enhance a child’s strength, coordination and flexibility while encouraging body awareness and self-esteem. In this class we will practice June 9 - July 14 challenging and playful postures to promote self-confidence and positive self-talk. Each class will begin with a friendship circle and incorporate Ages Course Time breathwork, emotional intelligence, storytelling, music, movement and 8-14 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM 8660 more! Bring a yoga mat or a towel and a joyful attitude!

4-7 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM 8659 Instructor Jen Eldredge is an RYT 200 hour yoga teacher and kindergarten teacher at West School in New Canaan with over 20 years of experience Classes will cover the basics of fencing footwork, blade work and bouting working with children. A lifelong Darien resident, Jen is grateful and excited tactics. All fencing equipment will be provided. to share the gift of yoga with her community. Her classes are joyful and Location Town Hall Small Gymnasium thoughtfully designed to give all students the opportunity to make yoga a part of their lives. Fees Resident $200 Non-Resident $240 Location Mather Center, Room 209 ARCHERY (Ages 8 - 14) Fees Resident $105 Non-Resident $126 Tuesdays (50 minute sessions for 6 weeks) June 22 - July 27 Level Time Course Beginner 4:00 PM 8539 Beg/Intermediate 5:00 PM 8538 STORY TIME YOGA (Ages 4 - 6) Fees Resident $90 Non-Resident $108 Thursdays (50 minute session for 6 weeks) Learn basic skills using the classic recurve bow. Practice great shooting NEW habits and learn to put your arrow in the bullseye. SUMMER Location TBD June 24 - July 29 Ages Time Course FUTURE STARS BASKETBALL (Ages 5 – 10) 4 - 6 9:00 AM 8522 Monday (1 hour 30 minute session for 8 weeks) This class will combine literacy and movement as picture books come alive with playful yoga poses. Children will learn developmentally appropriate SPRING yoga postures, breathing exercises and imaginative relaxation techniques March 29 - May 24 (no class April 12) while exercising their early literacy skills. Each class will have a theme and Ages Time Course an emotional intelligence component. Bring a yoga mat or towel and a joyful attitude. 5 - 10 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM 8398 Instructor Jen Eldredge is an RYT 200 hour yoga teacher and kindergarten Focuses on skill improvement for the participants through instruction that teacher at West School in New Canaan with over 20 years of experience stresses excellence, education, practice and discipline, all in a fun-filled working with children. A lifelong Darien resident, Jen is grateful and excited atmosphere. All players will receive a Future Stars jersey. This program will to share the gift of yoga with her community. Her classes are joyful and include Future Stars' Lessons of Life Program (sportsmanship, teamwork, thoughtfully designed to give all students the opportunity to make yoga a doing well in school, respecting your parents, etc.). part of their lives. Location Town Hall Gymnasium Location Cherry Lawn Park (gazebo area) Fees Resident $175 Non-Resident $210 Fees Resident $115 Non-Resident $138 darienct.gov/parkrec 8 YOUTH ACTIVITIES SCIENCE & LIFESKILLS

YOUNG WOODWORKERS CLUB (Ages 5 - 13) SWIM LESSONS (Ages 3+) Wednesdays Monday - Thursday (4 days each week) (1 hour session for 4 weeks) (45 minute sessions for 3 weeks) SPRING 1 SPRING 2 SUMMER SESSION 1 March 31 - April 28 May 5 - 26 (no class April 14) June 21 - July 8 Ages Time Course Ages Time Course Level Time Course 5-10 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8420 5-10 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8422 Level I 11:30 AM 8525 10-13 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM 8421 10-13 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM 8423 Level I 1:00 PM 8526 Join us for the Young Woodworker's Club where we will learn basic skills of Level II 10:45 AM 8529 hammering, sanding, setting wood screws and occasional drilling. Level II 12:15 PM 8530 Spring 1 Project: We now live in a time that is mostly digital. People can reach people in an instant with a text, but it can all seem a little impersonal. We will Level II 1:45 PM 8531 build a mailbox that children can put up to give and receive notes from their Level III 10:00 AM 8534 neighborhood friends. Spring 2 Project: Join us to build a Mason Bee House. Mason bees are great. SUMMER SESSION 2 They're solitary bees and are great pollinators. Place this next to your garden to help promote greater pollination. Aside from being interesting little guys and July 12 - 29 helping us pollinate, they are extremely important to the environment. Students Level Time Course will build and then paint & personalize these cute bee houses. Level I 11:30 AM 8527 Location Weed Beach - Paddle Hut Level I 1:00 PM 8528 Fees Resident $160 Non-Resident $192 Level II 10:45 AM 8532 Level II 12:15 PM 8536 Level II 1:45 PM 8533 Level III 10:00 AM 8535 Level I: Intro to Water Skills Level II: Fundamental Skills Level III: Stroke Development Lessons are offered to boys and girls of all abilities, including toddlers. Please be advised that due to the tide, some lessons will be held on-land. Location Weed Beach MAD SCIENCE (Ages 3 - 5 & Grades K-3) Fees $60 Residents (Swim Lessons for Residents ONLY) Thursdays (45 minute sessions or 1 hour sessions for 8 weeks) CUPCAKE CLUB (Ages 5 - 9) SPRING Tuesdays (1 hour session for 4 weeks) March 25 - May 20 (no class April 15) SPRING 1 SPRING 2 Age/Grade Time Course April 20 - May 11 May 18 - June 8 3 - 5 2:00 - 2:45 PM 8409 Ages 5 - 9 Time Course Ages 5 - 9 Time Course K - 3 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8139 Tuesday 4:00 PM 8418 Tuesday 4:00 PM 8419 Ages 3 - 5: This program offers a different science experiment each week! Join instructors from New Canaan's own- My Cupcake Party Students will explore topics such as Weather Wonders, Sea, Sand & Surf, (www.mycupcakepartyathome.com) for these ALL NEW classes. Optical Illusions and Bugs. Grade K-3: Are you interested in smelly, gooey, icky and creepy things? If Spring 1: These spring designs are adorable - each class the children will so, this is the program for you! Did you know most stinky things are learn and make 2 unique seasonal designs as well as one freestyle chemical reactions? Or that farts, snot and burps are healthy bodily cupcake. They will receive hands on instruction to create seasonal designs reactions? Or how caterpillars disguise themselves as bird poop? We have such as a spring flower, bunny and lamb and so much more. tons of crazy, gross chemical reactions that you won’t want to miss! Get Spring 2: Each week the children will receive hands on instruction to create ready to learn the science behind all GROSS THINGS! 2 seasonal cupcake designs including Mother’s & Father’s Day & Memorial Location Weed Beach - Paddle Building Day, as well as creating a freestyle cupcake of their own design each week. *This class contains allergens such as nuts, eggs, dairy and gluten. Fees Resident $180 Non-Resident $215 Location Weed Beach - Paddle Building Fees Resident $130 Non-Resident $156 darienct.gov/parkrec 9 YOUTH ACTIVITIES MUSIC & COOKING

UKULELE LESSONS (Ages 5 - 15) PIANO LESSONS (Ages 6 - 12 & All Ages) Tuesdays (1 hour sessions) Mondays (45 minute sessions for 9 weeks) SPRING (7 weeks) SPRING March 23 - May 11 (no class April 13) March 29 - June 7 (no class April 12 & May 31) Level Time Course Level Time Course Beginner Ages 5-8 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8621 1 (Ages 6 - 12) 4:00 - 4:45 PM 8400 Level 2 Ages 5-8 OR 2 (Ages 6 - 12) 5:00 - 5:45 PM 8401 5:00 - 6:00 PM 8625 Beginner Ages 9-15 3 (Ages 6 - 12) 6:00 - 6:45 PM 8402 SUMMER (6 weeks) Advanced *all ages 7:00 - 7:45 PM 8399 June 22 - July 27 Classroom keyboards and all materials are included in the registration fee. Level Time Course Classes are continuing educational programs that run for 9 week intervals. Beginner Ages 5-8 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8626 Location Mather Center, Room 133 Level 2 Ages 5-8 OR 5:00 - 6:00 PM 8628 Fees Resident $200 Non-Resident $240 Beginner Ages 9-15 The Ukulele is the easiest string instrument to learn. It's small size and soft nylon make it the perfect instrument for both kids and adults. The Uke has become very popular in pop and rock music and participation and interest has grown tremendously. The cost of the program includes your own Ukulele and carrying case! For more information: contact Shane O’Reilly at (203) 500-5916 or [email protected]. Resident $255 Non-Resident $275 Spring Fees *Already have a ukulele? Receive a $50 refund! Resident $230 Non-Resident $250 Summer Fees *Already have a ukulele? Receive a $50 refund! Location Mather Center, Room 133 GUITAR LESSONS (Ages 7 - 15) Wednesdays SPRING (1 hour session for 8 weeks) March 24 - May 19 (no class April 14) Level Time Course Beginner 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8404 Beginner 5:15 - 6:15 PM 8405 Intermediate 6:30 - 7:30 PM 8406 Fees Resident $245 Non-Resident $294 SPROUT CHEFS: PIES, COOKIES, CAKES & MORE! (Grades K - 5) SUMMER (1 hour session for 6 weeks) Mondays June 23 - July 28 (1 hour sessions for 5 weeks) Level Time Course SPRING Beginner 4:15 - 5:15 PM 8505 April 26 - May 24 Intermediate 5:30 - 6:30 PM 8506 Ages Time Course Learn chords, scales, theory and, best of all, learn to play your favorite Grades K-5 4:00 - 5:00 PM 8597 songs! Guitars will be provided for all students to use during lessons. Each week the Sprout Chefs participants will create from scratch or Rentals are also available; for more info: contact Shane O’Reilly at decorate a dessert to take home! (203) 500-5916 or [email protected]. Location Weed Beach - Paddle Building Fees Resident $185 Non-Resident $222 Fees Resident $120 Non-Resident $144 Location Mather Center, Room 133 darienct.gov/parkrec 10 YOUTH ACTIVITIES: SUMMER CAMPS

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP (Ages 5-12) CAS SOCCER CAMP (Ages 4-14) Monday - Friday NEW SUMMER 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday - Friday Session Course July 19 - 23 June 21 - 25 8501 Session Ages Time Course July 19 - 23 8502 1.5 hour session 4 - 6 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 8316 This flag football camp offered by Overtime Athletics is geared towards beginner 3 hour session 6 - 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8317 football players. Overtime Athletics strives to give players the tools to allow their games and skill to keep growing. Emphasis is placed on rules, teamwork, and fair CAS Community Camps focus on creating a fun, learning environment while PLAY. Games and scrimmages occupy the majority of the camp day. fostering a love for the game through skill acquisition, conditioned practices and small-sided games. Community Camp Themes are: Mastery (fakes, moves and Location Cherry Lawn Park - Casey Field turns), Passing and Receiving, Dribbling & Moving with the Ball, Shooting & Fees Resident $210 Non-Resident $252 Finishing and Worlds Games and Tournaments. Each camper will received a CAS Dri-fit jersey& soccer ball. FUTURE STARS BASKETBALL CAMP (Ages 5-12) 1.5 Hour Fees Resident $102 Non-Resident $122 Monday - Friday 3 Hour Fees Resident $144 Non-Resident $172 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location Town Hall Fields Session Course June 21 - 25 8499 July 12 - 16 8500 Future Stars Basketball Academy returns to Darien to offer these one-week sessions of basketball. Participants will improve through experienced instruction and NEW competition that stresses excellence, education, practice and discipline - all in a fun-filled environment. All players will receive a Future Stars jersey. Location Town Hall Gymnasium Fees Resident $180 Non-Resident $216

NEW LEVEL TENNIS CAMP (Ages 5 - 14) June 21 - August 27 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM SUMMER Session Monday - Friday Course INTRODUCTION TO SQUASH CAMP (Ages 6-11) June 21 - June 25 8442 SUMMER June 28 - July 2 8443 3 One-Week Sessions July 5 - July 9 8444 Dates Ages Half-Day Camp Course July 12 - 16 8445 *Week 1: June 1-4 4 - 6 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8661 July 19 - July 23 8446 Week 2: June 7-11 4 - 6 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8662 July 26 - July 30 8447 Week 3: June 14-18 4 - 6 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8663 August 2 - 6 8448 Darien Parks and Recreation and The Ox Ridge Riding and Racquet Club will be August 9 - 13 8441 running 3 one-week squash camps this summer. Learn how to play squash from the best! This class covers the basics of the rules, technique, and tactics in a safe, fun August 16 - 20 8449 environment. Squash is an international sport that is enjoyed by millions. We are August 23 - 27 8450 fortunate to have one of the newest, emerging clubs in the country right here in Darien. Squash camp is an ideal way to burn energy, learn a great lifelong sport, and make new friends in the community. Each camper will receive comprehensive instruction, camp T-shirt, and a New Level certificate. Summer Tennis Camps are a great opportunity for participants *4 Day Camp Fee Resident $480 Non-Resident $576 to learn the game of tennis plus have a great time doing it. 5 Day Camp Fee Resident $600 Non-Resident $720 Location Darien High School Location Ox Ridge Riding & Racquet Club Fees Resident $205 Non-Resident $246

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CHALLENGER RUGBY CAMP (Ages 6-9) CHALLENGER BRITISH MULTISPORT CAMP (Ages 5 - 11) Monday - Friday SUMMER Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM NEW (3 hour sessions for 1 week) Session Course August 2 - 6 July 12 - 16 8603 Time Half-Day Course Challenger Sports will provide an age appropriate week-long training program combining the right blend of technical, tactical and physical training, coached by our 9:00AM-12:00PM 3 Hours 8604 hand-picked rugby coaches from the UK, Australia and New Zealand. Each player Challenger's team of International Staff will provide your children with a will receive a rugby ball, T-shirt and written evaluation from our Challenger coach outlining those areas which the player can develop to improve their game over the memorable week of nonstop action, fun and competition - all with a British coming season. Please have your child bring a snack for break. twist! Sports will include , Rounders, Ultimate Frisbee & Badminton. Location Cherry Lawn Park - Casey Field The 5th Day will be either a mix of sports or full game of the group favorite! Fees Resident $195 Non-Resident $235 Location Casey Field at Cherry Lawn Park Fees Resident $195 Non-Resident $235

MAD SCIENCE CAMPS (Entering Grades 1-6 & Ages 5-12) SUMMER Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Session Dates Ages Camp Theme Course SKYHAWKS INDOOR VOLLEYBALL CAMP (Ages 10-14) Science Hacks & Session 1: July 5 - 9 Grades 1 - 6 8517 Monday - Friday Tricks Lab 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Session 2: July 19 - 23 Grades 1 - 6 NASA’s Space Lab 8519 NEW Session Course Session 3: July 26 - 30 Grades 1 - 6 MSI: Spy Lab 8518 July 19 - 23 8602 MAD Potions & Session 4: August 9 - 13 Grades 1 - 6 8516 All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on Explosions Lab passing, setting, hitting and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the Session 5: August 16 - 20 5 - 12 Crayola Artist’s Passport 8515 beginning and intermediate player and will incorporate essential life lessons such as teamwork and sportsmanship. Our volleyball staff will assist each athlete in Session 1: Do you know how to bend a bone without breaking it or how to avoid developing fundamental skills of the game through game-speed drills and daily static electricity? How about how to make a pencil levitate, or how to use one to scrimmages aimed at developing the whole player. make a circuit? Using the power of science, we will reveal the secrets behind many tricks and illusions magicians use and discover cool hacks that will wow Location Town Hall Gymnasium your friends and family. You definitely will not want to miss out on this useful yet Fees Resident $165 Non-Resident $198 exciting experience! Campers will receive a Mad Science Lab coat, goggles, and specially-designed take-homes to help extend learning at home! Session 2: 3! 2! 1! BLAST OFF with our NASA-designed space camp! Explore outer space like a real astronaut! Rockets will be launched, stars and comets will SKYHAWKS BEACH VOLLEYBALL CAMP (Ages 10-14) be bursting, planets will be spinning and gravity will be nonexistent! Session 3: Welcome, future Mad Science Investigators! Your mission, is to Monday - Friday successfully escape our camp! You will be given spy tools and evidence to gather clues such as prints, bones, and fake blood to gain knowledge in forensic science! 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM NEW Session 4: Get ready to dig your hands into MAD giant experiments! This camp Session Course will be jam packed with massive, fizzling eruptions and explosions! Testing everything from dry ice to walking on oobleck, getting messy with hydrodipping June 28 - July 2 8656 and ginormous stretchy putty, we will prove science is fun! All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, Session 5: Embark on an around-the-world cultural adventure - explore far-off setting, hitting and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and places and learn about the people who live there, from the Americas to the Ivory intermediate player and will incorporate essential life lessons such as teamwork and Coast, from the cosmopolitan to the countryside. Make different masterpieces sportsmanship. Our volleyball staff will assist each athlete in developing fundamental each week such as jeweled eggs, canvases, buses, and more! skills of the game through game-speed drills and daily scrimmages aimed at Fees Resident $250 Non-Resident $300 developing the whole player. Location Weed Beach Location Darien Town Hall - Room 119 Fees Resident $165 Non-Resident $198

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BLUE WAVE KICKERS SOCCER CAMPS (Ages 3-18) SPROUT CHEFS ALOHA TO SUMMER CAMP (Ages 5-12) SUMMER Monday - Wednesday International Pro Soccer Camp 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Monday - Thursday Session Course Dates Ages Time Course August 23 - 25 8601 June 21 - 24 5 - 18 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8488 Aspiring Chefs will prepare and eat their own delicious and nutritious lunches. Ingredients will be fresh and whole. Each day will also include a fun activity on the Blue Wave Kickers Soccer Camps beach to emphasize the importance of diet and exercise. The class will conclude Monday - Thursday with a Luau on Weed Beach! Location Weed Beach Paddle Hut June 21 - 24 3 - 5 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 8481 Fees Resident $216 Non-Resident $260 July 5 - 8 5 - 15 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8482 July 5 - 8 3 - 5 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 8483 August 2 - 5 5 - 15 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8484 August 2 - 5 3 - 5 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 8485 August 16 - 19 5 - 15 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8486 August 16 - 19 3 - 5 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 8487 International Pro Soccer Camp: This camp will be led by current and former international professional players and coaches. Players will be divided by age. It is designed to help players achieve a higher level of technical proficiency and ball- handling creativity and learn things to sharpen their game. The day will end with a world cup style tournament. Space is limited!!! Blue Wave Kickers (Ages 3-5): Jon Bradley, head coach of the DHS boys varsity soccer team, will direct these camps. Focus will be on skill improvement and FUN! All players receive a t-shirt and soccer ball. Blue Wave Kickers (Ages 5-15): 5-8 years old: will play using game-like activities; will focus on developing soccer skills, fun and sportsmanship. ALL STAR FC SOCCER CAMPS (Ages 3-14) 9-12 years old: continue development of technique and soccer skills & introduction to individual & small group tactics. Soccer games will be included every day. SUMMER 13-15 years old: Elite training. Emphasis is placed on training and execution of Monday - Thursday soccer techniques and tactics under pressure of an opponent and game conditions. Friday will serve as the make-up day. Dates Ages Time Course 3 Hour Camp Fee: Resident $180 Non-Resident $216 June 28 - July 1 3 - 5 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM 8489

1 Hour Camp Fee: Resident $80 Non-Resident $96 June 28 - July 1 5 - 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8494 July 12 - 15 3 - 5 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM 8490 International Pro Resident $240 Non-Resident $288 Camp Fee: July 12 - 15 5 - 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8496 Location Town Hall Fields July 26 - 29 3 - 5 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM 8491 July 26 - 29 5 - 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8495 OVERTIME ATHLETICS CAMPS (Ages 5-12) August 9 - 12 3 - 5 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM 8492 SUMMER August 9 - 12 5 - 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8498 Monday - Friday August 23 - 26 3 - 5 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM 8493 Overtime Athletics Sports Spectacular August 23 - 26 5 - 14 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8497 Dates Ages Time Course The camps will be directed by Leigh Parsons, DHS Girls Varsity head July 26 - 30 5 - 12 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8503 coach. These camps will begin with stations designed to improve all aspects of a soccer player's game and end with competitive scrimmages, August 9 - 13 5 - 12 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 8504 giving the players a chance to practice the skills and techniques they have Overtime Athletics Sports Spectacular: Includes instruction in the learned. The All Star FC coaches are all very experienced in running great fundamentals of such traditional sports as basketball and soccer as well as soccer camps with a strong focus on everyone having a great time! incorporating non-traditional sports such as kickball, relay races, and dance 3 Hour Camp Fee: Resident $180 Non-Resident $216 movement. Participants should bring snacks with them. 1 Hour Camp Fee: Camp Fees: Resident $165 Non-Resident $198 Resident $80 Non-Resident $96 Location Town Hall - Holahan Field Location Town Hall Fields darienct.gov/parkrec 13 ADULT ACTIVITIES SPORTS

TENNIS LESSONS *DETERMINE YOUR TENNIS LEVEL*  BEGINNER has either never held a racquet or has played sparingly SPRING without having formal instruction. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday  LOW INTERMEDIATE (Low Inter.) has completed the beginner class (8 week sessions) or has had introduction to grips & strokes & makes contact with ball on a regular basis. March 22 - May 28 (no class April 2, 12-17)  INTERMEDIATE (Inter.) can keep the ball in play and knows how to Beginner 1.5 Hour Course Beginner 1 Hour Course serve, volley, and understands court positioning.  ADVANCED players can keep the ball in play consistently, can hit with Saturday 9:15 AM 8366 *Monday 12:15 PM 8367 spin, and can serve and volley consistently. Tuesday 9:15 AM 8368 Tuesday 6:45 PM 8369 Friday 10:45 AM 8370 TENNIS LESSONS

SUMMER Low Inter. 1.5 Hour Course Low Inter. 1 Hour Course Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays (8 week sessions) Saturday 10:45 AM 8383 Thursday 6:45 PM 8388 June 21 - August 13 Monday 10:45 AM 8384 Beginner Time Course Tuesday 10:45 AM 8385 Intermediate 1 Hour Course Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 8462 Wednesday 10:45 AM 8386 *Tuesday 12:15 PM 8375 Tuesday 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM 8463 Thursday 10:45 AM 8387 Wednesday 6:45 PM 8378 Low Intermediate Time Course Friday 9:15 AM 8389 *Thursday 12:15 PM 8380 Saturday 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM 8472 Monday 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM 8473 Inter. 1.5 Hour Course Advanced 1 Hour Course *Tuesday 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM 8474 Saturday 9:15 AM 8371 Monday 6:45 PM 8360 Tuesday 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM 8475 Monday 9:15 AM 8372 *Wednesday 12:15 PM 8363 Wednesday 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM 8476

Monday 10:45 AM 8373 Intermediate Time Course Tuesday 10:45 AM 8374 Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 8464 Wednesday 9:15 AM 8376 *Monday 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM 8465 Wednesday 10:45 AM 8377 Monday 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM 8466 Thursday 9:15 AM 8379 Monday 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM 8467 Friday 9:15 AM 8381 Tuesday 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM 8468 Friday 10:45 AM 8382 *Wednesday 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM 8469

Wednesday 9:15 AM - 10:45 AM 8470 Advanced 1.5 Hour Course Thursday 10:45PICKLEBALL AM - 12:15 PM LESSONS 8471 Saturday 10:45 AM 8358 Advanced Time Course FALL NEW Monday 9:15 AM 8359 Saturday 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM 8457 Monday and Wednesday Tuesday 9:15 AM 8361 Wednesday September10:45 9 - OctoberAM - 12:15 7 (no PM class September 30)8458 (1 hour 30 minute session for 4 weeks) Wednesday 9:15 AM 8362 *Thursday 8:15 AM - 9:15 AM 8459 Thursday 9:15 AM 8364 Beginner/ ThursdayAdvanced Time9:15 CourseAM - 10:45 AMIntermediate Time8460 Course Thursday 10:45 AM 8365 ThursdayBeginner 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM 8461 Location Weed Beach LocationMonday Weed6:00 Beach PM 7197 Wednesday 6:00 PM 7199

Fees 1.5 Hour Resident $275 Non-Resident $330 Fees 1.5 Hour Resident $275 Non-Resident $330

1 Hour Resident $195 Non-Resident $234 Location 1.25Cherry Hour LawnResident $240 Non-Resident $288

*1 Hour Resident $240 Non-Resident $288 Fee *1 HourResident $144Resident $240Non -ResidentNon-Resident $172 $288 *Maximum 3 participants in classes from 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM *Maximum 3 participants in classes from 8:15 PM - 9:15 PM darienct.gov/parkrec 14 ADULT ACTIVITIES SPORTS, HEALING & TECH

ARCHERYARCHERY GOLF LESSONS Offered Tuesdays in the TuesdaysFall and Mondays in the Winter OfferedTuesdays Tuesday or Saturdays or Saturday (50(1 hourminute session sessions for 6 for weeks) 6 weeks) (1(1 hourhour sessionsession forfor 55 weeks)weeks) FALLJune 22Tuesday - July 27 FALL SeptemberSPRING 10 – October 12 SessionTime 1 Course Session 2 Fees Day TimeApril 20 - May 22 Course September 17 - October 22 November 12 - December 17 6:00 PM - 8537 Resident $90 DayTuesday Time10:00 - 11:00 AM Course 7299 Adult6:50PM Time Course AdultNon -ResidentTime $108 Course TuesdaySaturday 10:00 AM2:00 - 3:00 PM 8414 7300 Tuesday 6:30 PM 7316 Tuesday 6:30 PM 7317 Learn basic skills using the classic recurve bow. Practice great shooting habits and learn to put your arrow in the bullseye every time, all in a safe & Saturday 2:00 PM 8415 supportive environment. Group lessons may cover aspects of the golf swing including putting, chipping, pitching, bunker play, courseSUMMER management and include the Rules Location TBD of Golf and etiquette. Lessons taught by PGA Certified Professional Paul Alexander. June 22 - July 24 LocationDay Oak HillsTime Park Golf Course, 165 FillowCourse Street, Norwalk FeesTuesday Resident7:30 $150 AM Non-Resident8511 $180 Saturday 2:00 PM 8512 NEW RESTORATIVE YIN YOGA (Ages 15+) Focus will be on improving all aspects of your game - swing, chipping, Tuesdays and Thursdays putting. For both beginner & advanced players. SPRING (1 hour session for 6 weeks) Location Oak Hills Park Golf Course 165 Fillow Street, Norwalk May 11 - June 17 Resident $150 Non-Resident $180 Day Time Course Tuesdays 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8598 Thursdays 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8599 Spring Fee Resident $90 Non-Resident $108 SUMMER (1 hour session for 4 or 6 weeks) DIGITAL AUDIO RECORDING (Ages 14+) Session 1: June 22 - July 29 (6 weeks) Fridays Day Time Course (1.5 Hour session for 6 weeks) NEW Tuesdays 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8682 Sign up SPRING NEW Thursdays 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8683 and April 23 - May 28 Session 2: August 3 - 26 (4 weeks) drop-Dayin! Time Course Tuesdays 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8685 Friday 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM 8664 Thursdays 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM 8686 Over six weeks of classes, students will use studio grade microphones and recording interfaces to learn the basics of digital audio recording. Restorative Yin Yoga uses smooth pacing to increase stamina, flexibility COED DROP-IN VOLLEYBALL Through the six weeks,DROP students–IN willBASKETBALL record a mock "radio advertisement" and build body strength. Yin releases tension throughout the body and consisting of vocals, music, and sound effects. Each class, students will improves balance. Each class includesMondays asanas and guided meditation to learn new audio recording principlesTuesdays and engineering skills that they'll use enhance the body's capacityOngoing to heal- August itself. 31, Trauma 2020 informed yin yoga is to add a new elementOngoing to their "radio - September ad" project. 1, 2020 Students will be provided appropriate for(Does all levels not meet to relieve April 27,stress May and 25 restore & August the 10) mind. After class, with a microphone,(Does interface, not meet and Aprilthe necessary 28 & August cables 11) to use during an optional 15 minute, guided motivational journal writing session to class time to work on their project. The topics covered will build a complete ANNUAL your wellness practice is included. Please bring a mat, 2 blocks, foundation ANNUAL for exploration in spoken word, instrumental recording, music Timestrap and towel/blanket andCourse notebook for your support. Timeproduction, and various digitalCourse outlets such as for Youtube and TikTok.

7:30Kit Savage- 10:00 PMis a certified, 7288trauma -informed Yoga teacher and owner of 7:30*Please - 9:30 note: PM Mics and sound7287 cards will be provided. Participants are InformalSavage volleyball Yoga. She program is an educational for participants advisor, to bump, writer setand and teacher spike trainee in a in Programrequired is to informal bring a droplaptop-in. and All headphones.participants must Mac registerusers should before have playing. a friendly,Tara Brach's non-competitive Mindfulness atmosphere. Meditation ParticipantsTeacher program. must register prior to Garageband installed prior to day one, and PC users should have LocationAudacity installed.Town HallQuestions Gymnasium on software and equipment should be playing. Session 1: Resident $90 Non-Resident $108 Summer Fees emailed to Jeremy at [email protected]. Location Town Hall GymnasiumSession 2: Resident $60 Non-Resident $72 Fees Resident $40 Non-Resident $65 Location Mather Center, Room 135 Pear Tree Point Beach FeesLocation Resident $40 Non-Resident $65 *Class hosted on Zoom during inclement weather Fees Resident $360 Non-Resident $430

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HIIT 2B FIT Fitness: HIIT 2B FIT! With Nichole Malkiel (I hour class for 6 weeks) SPRING Sign up early April 19 - May 28 and Early bird registration ends March 17 save 15%! Date Time Location Course M/W/F 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8435 M/W 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8433 Fees Early bird W/F 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8439 Resident Non-resident M/W/F 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8436 1 Day $102 $122 M/W 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8434 2 Day $204 $244 W/F 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8440 3 Day $306 $367 Monday 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8431 Monday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8432 Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8437 Fees Regular rate Wednesday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8438 Resident Non-resident Friday 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8429 1 Day $120 $144 Friday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8430 2 Day $240 $288 3 Day $360 $432

HIIT 2B FIT SUMMER Session 1 June 7 - July 16 (no class July 5) Session 2 July 19 - August 27 Early bird registration ends May 28 Fees Early bird Date Time Location Session 1 Course Session 2 Course Resident Non-Resident M/W/F 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8570 8582 1 Day $102 $122 M/W 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8568 8580 2 Day $204 $244 W/F 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8574 8586 3 Day $306 $367 M/W/F 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8571 8583 M/W 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8569 8581 W/F 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8575 8587 Monday 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8566 8578 Monday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8567 8579 Fees Regular rate Wednesday 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8572 8584 Resident Non-Resident Wednesday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8573 8585 1 Day $120 $144 Friday 6:00 - 7:00 AM Weed Beach 8564 8576 2 Day $240 $288 Friday 9:30 - 10:30 AM Weed Beach/Town Hall Gym 8565 8577 3 Day $360 $432

HIIT2BFIT (High Intensity Interval Training) is a full-body workout that uses each 6-week session, participants will have the option of joining a fat-loss interval training with high-intensity exercises & strength training to build challenge where the winner will receive 20% off the next session! Contact cardiovascular fitness while improving muscular strength & endurance. During Nichole with any questions at [email protected] or (860)729-2038. darienct.gov/parkrec 16 ADULT ACTIVITIES SPORTS & FITNESS & MUSIC

NEW SEW IT YOURSELF! ADULT & TEEN SEWING ThursdayPICKLEBALL (1 hour session LESSONS for 4 weeks) BEACH YOGA FALL SPRING Saturdays SessionMondays, 1 September Wednesdays, 12 - October Fridays 3 & Saturday (7 week sessions) SPRING & SUMMER (1 hour sessions for 8 weeks) April 19 - June 12 (no class May 29 & 31) Ages Time Course Session Time Course Novice 1.5 Hour Course Beginner 1.5 Hour Course April 24 - June 12 8:00 - 9:00 AM 8413 13+Beginner 7:00 - 8:00 PM Intermediate 7402 June 19 - August 7 8:00 - 9:00 AM 8523 Monday 9:00 AM 8665 Monday 5:00 PM 8668 Location Mather Center, Room 133 August 28 - October 16 8:00 - 9:00 AM 8524 Friday 9:00 AM 8666 Wednesday 10:30 AM 8672 Fees Resident $250 Non-Resident $300 Rise and Shine for this all-level flow yoga class designed to stretch and Saturday 9:00 AM 8674 tone the body, mind and spirit! Please bring a yoga mat and towel. Come meet our sewing instructor, Ms. C. DelariSaturday Johnston! 10:30She is AM a 8675 Fees Resident $145 Non-Resident $174 theatrical costumer! Project: Make your child's Halloween costume. In thisBeginner class you can1.5 bring Hour along Course a pattern of an easy costume you would Location Weed Beach Intermediate 1.5 Hour Course like Mondayto make for Halloween10:30 AM along with8667 the fabricAdvanced and we will teach you how to use a machine and sew the costume! NO PRIOR sewing experience is VINYASA FLOW YOGA Monday 6:30 PM 8669 necessary. This course will teach basic sewing skills and learning how to Tuesdays and Thursdays sew on a machine. Wednesday 9:00 AM 8670 SPRING (1 hour session for 10 weeks) Friday 10:30 AM 8671 March 23 - June 3 (no class April 13 & 15) SUMMER Day Time Course Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturday (7 week sessions) Tuesdays 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 8407 June 14 - August 1 (no class July 3 & 4) Thursdays 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 8408 Novice 1.5 Hour Course Beginner 1.5 Hour Course Beginner Intermediate Designed for all levels. Gentle & easy pace helping to improve balance & flexibility through the body & mind. Please bring a yoga mat and towel. Monday 9:00 AM 8700 Monday 5:00 PM 8694 Fees Resident $155 Non-Resident $186 Friday 9:00 AM 8701 Wednesday 10:30 AM 8695 SUMMER (1 hour session for 6 weeks) Saturday 9:00 AM 8702 Saturday 10:30 AM 8696 June 8 - July 15

Day Time Course Beginner 1.5 Hour Course Intermediate 1.5 Hour Course Tuesdays 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 8520 MondayNEW 10:30 AM UKULELE 8693 LESSONSAdvanced GUITAR LESSONS Thursdays 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM 8521 Offered Wednesday (1 hour Mondaysession for 8 weeks)6:30 PM 8697 Offered Wednesday (1 hour session for 8 weeks) Designed for all levels. Gentle & easy pace helping to improve balance & FALL Wednesday 9:00 AM 8698 FALLflexibility through the body & mind. Please bring a yoga mat and towel. September 11 - November 6 (no class October 9) Friday 10:30 AM 8699 SeptemberFees 11 - NovemberResident 6 (no class $95 October Non-Resident 9) $115 Day Time Course DayLocation WeedTime Beach Course Location Cherry Lawn Park Wednesday 7:00 - 8:00 PM 7417 Wednesday 7:00 - 8:00 PM 7247 Novice Beg/Beginner Fees $260 Resident $312 Non-Resident GUITAR LESSONS

Beginner/Intermediate WINTER $310 Resident $372 Non-Resident WINTER Wednesdays Intermediate/Advanced Fees SPRING (1 hour session for 8 weeks) January 8 - March 4 (no class February 19) January 8 - March 4 (no class February 19) Day *DETERMINETime YOUR PICKLEBALL LEVEL* Course Day March 24Time - May 19 (no class April 14) Course Wednesday NOVICE BEGINNER7:00 has- 8:00 had PM minimal exposure to pickleball, in need7418 WednesdayDay 7:00 - 8:00 PMTime Course 7251 of paddle skills development, and/or has never had formal instruction.  BEGINNER some formal pickleball instruction, but needs more time on Wednesday 7:45 - 8:45 PM 8403 Locationskill development, Mather control, Center, and Room consistency, 133 especially dinking from the LocationLearn chords, scales,Mather theory Center, and, Roombest of 133 all, learn to play your favorite backcourt. songs! Guitars will be provided for all lessons. Rentals are also available. Fees INTERMEDIATE Resident has had $285 Beginner levelNon- residentpickleball $342 instruction and FeesFor more informationResident contact $245 Shane O’ReillyNon at-resident (203) 500 $294-5916 or developed playing skills such as the long dink, depth, shot placement, Learn chords, scales, theory and, best of all, learn to play your favorite [email protected]. chords, scales, theory and, best of all, learn to play your favorite and consistent well-placed serve and return of service. songs! Ukulele students will get to keep the Ukulele and case. For more songs!Fees Guitars will be providedResident to $245 use during Non-Resident lessons. $294Rentals are also information ADVANCED contact Has Shane completed O’Reilly intermediate at 203-500- 5916level pickleballor class and/or available. For more information contact Shane O’Reilly at 203-500-5916 or [email protected] been evaluated at an advanced Please note: level. Ukulele and Guitar [email protected] Mather Center, Please Room note: 133Guitar and Ukulele Lessons are conducted concurrently. Lessons are conducted concurrently. darienct.gov/parkrec 17 OTHER AVAILABLE PROGRAMS

SUP BOARD & KAYAK RENTALS AT WEED BEACH

Darien is excited for the return of stand up paddle (SUP) boarding and kayaking rentals and classes out of Weed Beach in the Summer of 2021. Danielle Brown, founder of ThumbSUP Yoga, will be offering Adult and Kids SUP, SUP Yoga and PaddleFIT classes, as well as daily rentals to support a fun-loving summer at our beautiful shore! Details and booking will be available this spring at www.thumbsupyoga.com Contact Danielle @ 347-229-8835 with any questions or inquiries. It’s SHORE to be a ThumbSUP summer!

SAFE BOATING (Minimum age 12) Tuesdays & Thursdays (Two 4-hour sessions) Saturday (One 8-hour session) Sessions Time Course Session 1: April 27 & 29 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 8424 Session 2: June 1 & 3 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 8425 Session 3: July 6 & 8 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 8427 Session 4: August 3 & 5 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM 8428 Session 5: June 19 (Saturday) 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM 8426 A complete safe boating certification course taught in one or two days, including the newest requirement for towing skiers & tubes. Successful completion will allow the student to purchase a Connecticut Certificate of Personal Watercraft NEW Operation with Waterski endorsement from the CT DEEP website either at the NOW OFFERING ESPORTS FOR ALL AGES!! end of the last class or anytime thereafter. Certification enables the student to operate any recreational vessel up to 65 feet in length (some age restrictions for Darien Parks and Rec has partnered with other Fairfield County towns to offer younger operators). An easy to understand classroom format is designed for ESports Leagues! League play is completely ONLINE! Leagues are offered for the students age 12 and over. To obtain a required 'Conservation ID#' each student following age groups including ADULTS! should create an account online at www.ct.wildlifelicense.com click the red 'START' button and follow the prompts. Create an account if you do not already Adults 18+ have one, and then print the page that includes your Conservation ID number Ages 14 - 17 and bring it to class. You will use your account to purchase & print the Ages 13U certificate after the class. All class materials will be provided. Start practicing today because you'll be able to compete head-to-head in video Fees Resident $90 Non-Resident $108 game leagues against others in your area! Leagues will offer games like "Rocket League" and "Mario Kart"! Whether you’re a noob or a pro, you’ll be able Location Tuesday & Thursday - Town Hall Auditorium to put your skills to the test for bragging rights! Saturday - Weed Beach Paddle Hut Various days/times/consoles are offered for each league, so see instructions below to check out more league details today! Signing up is FREE, no payment required until you decide to commit to a specific league! All leagues are only $20 for the session!

18 COMMEMORATIVE BENCH PROGRAM

This program gives our residents the opportunity to contribute to the development and enjoyment of Darien’s Parks while providing a way to commemorate a loved one and/or special event. The donations will be maintained and cared for by our Parks & Recreation Department for a 10 year period and at that time donors will have the opportunity to renew.

The following are our pre-approved style park benches. Only up to 5 installations will take place between the months of September - March. However, orders can be taken all year.

Polywood Bench $2,500 Teak Bench $2,500 Athletic Field Bench $2,000

Adirondack Chairs $1,500 Buddy Bench $2,000 (example only)

The Parks & Recreation Department is accepting donation applications for the following parks:

Baker Park, Cherry Lawn Park, Frate Park, McGuane Park, Pear Tree Point Beach, Selleck’s Woods Nature Preserve, Stony Brook Park, Tilley Pond Park, Town Hall & Holahan Fields, Weed Beach, Woodland Park Nature Preserve and Diller Park.

Donors will be given opportunity to choose two or three alternative locations. Please note: we will do our best to accommodate your wishes, but the ultimate decision will be made by our department. Prices include all administrative work, the cost of the bench, the engraved plaque, installation, maintenance and repair of the bench for 10 years.

Please see details and application on our website:

Darienct.gov/parkrec

darienct.gov/parkrec 19 2021 BEACH/BOAT PERMIT APPLICATION

TOWN OF DARIEN www.darienct.gov/parkrec Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road *2021 BEACH STICKER SALES - ONLINE OR THRU THE MAIL ONLY* 203-656-7325 Darien, CT 06820 Room 110

1. Beach/Park Permit stickers are available to all Darien residents and taxpayers. 2. In order to receive your 2021 Beach Parks Permit Sticker, ORDER ONLINE at: www.darienct.gov/parkrec and click on the link for “Purchase Beach Sticker”. Completed applications (below) will also be accepted through the mail. Please no walk-ins for your safety and ours!! 3. Proof of residency required in form of your current motor vehicle registration for each vehicle you wish to purchase a beach sticker for. Please have registration on hand and enter accurate license plate(s) numbers; please do not guess. 4. All credit cards are accepted for online purchases; for mail-ins, check payable to the Town of Darien. 5. If you purchased a new vehicle after October 1, 2020, you will need to email us a copy of the registration: [email protected] 6. If you are a new resident to Darien and your vehicle is not registered to your Darien address, proof of residence via copy of home purchase property deed/closing papers or rental lease required. 7. If you are a Darien resident/taxpayer and your vehicle is not registered in Darien (it may be a company vehicle or for other reasons not registered to your Darien address), the higher beach sticker fee applies (see below). This higher fee does not apply to new residents who have just moved into town. 8. We will mail out beach permit stickers directly to you via the mail. Please allow for processing time.

FEES:  Beach/Park Permit: $53 per vehicle sticker (Includes state sales tax)  Senior Citizens (age 65/over) receive ONE FREE per family with Darien registration; $53 each additional vehicle  Darien taxpayer whose vehicle is not registered in Darien, or non-resident taxpayer (Darien taxpayer, but lives out of town): $85 per vehicle sticker.  Daily beach entrance fee for non-stickered vehicles: $48 per vehicle, per day. Non-refundable. Credit card only.

BOAT LAUNCH AND KAYAK STORAGE:  Boat Launch Permit: $45 per boat. Allows the use of boat launches at both Pear Tree Beach and Weed Beach. Include vessel registration number on application. Trailers must be detached from vehicles.  Small Craft Storage for access to Pear Tree Beach MOORINGS ONLY approved by Darien Harbor Master. $55 per craft. (Small Craft Storage is available from March 15th - November 15th)  Kayak Seasonal Storage is available by lottery draw ONLY (mid-March). The cost is $200 per slot.

Applications will be processed provided all information is included and applicable fees are paid. REPLACEMENT FEE FOR LOST OR STOLEN PERMIT STICKER IS $53. Beach permit stickers are non-transferable. If you purchase a new vehicle or if your windshield is replaced, please remove your permit sticker and return it (even if in pieces) to the Parks and Recreation office for a free replacement.

2021 APPLICATION FOR BEACH/PARK & BOAT LAUNCHING PERMITS Parks and Recreation Commission – TOWN OF DARIEN - copy of motor vehicle registration(s) required OFFICE USE ONLY: ______Last Name First Name Birthdate Car Permit No.

______PO Box Street No. Street Name Town/State Zip ______Home Phone Business Phone Home email ______

CAR #1 Lease Own Boat Permit No. Name on Registration: ______

Year & Make of Vehicle: ______Senior ______Cash ______

License Plate Number: ______Check # ______

CAR #2 Lease Own Visa ______MC______Amex _____ Name on Registration: ______Date: ______Year & Make of Vehicle: ______Total Fee: ______License Plate Number: ______

CAR #3 Lease Own Name on Registration: ______TYPE OF BOAT AND/OR REGISTRATION # Year & Make of Vehicle: ______License Plate Number: ______

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PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM Resident Registration begins (Please Print and Fill Out Completely) Wednesday, March 3

Please fill out the Registration Form completely. All pertinent information is needed to register. Forms that are not properly filled out will be returned. Mail in or Drop off the Registration Form with payment in full to the Darien Parks and Recreation Department. Checks should be made out to the Town of Darien.

Registration Forms and Payment mailed to: Darien Parks and Recreation Department (Mailing this form does not guarantee enrollment.) Town Hall, 2 Renshaw Road Darien, CT 06820

Parent/Adult Last______Parent/Adult First

Street # Street Name City

State Zip Home # Cell # Email Birth Program Name Participant Name M/F Date Age Grade Course # (note spring/summer) Time/Day Fee

TOTAL $

Emergency Contact______Relation______Phone . (Someone other than the parent/guardian)

Allergies/Medications

Please advise us of any special needs of program participants:

Other Information/Comments

Waiver of Town Liability: I understand that injuries are inherent with recreational activity. In the event that an injury occurs to myself or family members, I agree to hold the Darien Parks and Recreation Department, Darien Parks and Recreation Commission, and any other person or contractor connected therewith the Town of Darien, harmless from all claims for personal injury, bodily injury and property damage arising from the use of Town facilities, participation in Town activities, programs and trips or use of Town equipment during the course of a Town of Darien sponsored activity. *Programs will follow all State of Connecticut COVID-19 guidelines, including social distancing and face coverings. Contracted service providers are required to ensure the proper sanitation of program equipment after each use. Photo Policy: By registering for a program, you give the Darien Parks and Recreation Department permission to take and publish photos of you/your child participating in the program. If you do not wish to be photographed, you must include this request in writing along with your registration.

Parent/Guardian Signature Date

For Office Use Only

Total Fee Check # Cash_____CC______Staff Initials Date ______

21 MATHER CENTER HOME OF DARIEN SENIOR PROGRAMS

SERVICES, ACTIVITIES AND MORE FOR MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY 55+ UPCOMING EVENTS

Director Beth Paris, [email protected] St. Patrick’s Day Celebration: March 15 Gerontologist Richard Stillman - over Zoom

Program Stacey Johnson, MSW [email protected] April 23 Steve Avitable - on the patio Specialist May 14 Richard Stillman (Country Show) - on the patio Clerk/ Eileen Manhart Receptionist May 28 Deana Goidel, Broadway Classics - on the patio Chef Judi Rotar June 4 Peter Randanzzo, Classic American Composers Building Angelo Vitti - on the patio Attendants

…..And more to come!!! Address 2 Renshaw Road, Mather Center

Phone 203-656-7490

Days Monday through Friday

Hours 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM (closed 4/2, 5/31 following Town holiday schedule)

For more information go to: www.darienct.gov

MEMBERSHIP Membership is open to all Darien Residents 55 years or older. To become a member, please call (203) 656-7490 or fill out the membership application on our webpage at www.darienct.gov.

LUNCH Full lunch is offered (M-F) promptly at 12:00 PM. A nutritionally balanced meal is prepared by our Chef, Judi Rotar. The menu is varied, delicious and a wonderful value at $5.00 per meal. For reservations, please call (203) 656- 7490, Monday-Wednesday by 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM to order MONTHLY NEWSLETTER, HIGHLIGHTS & for the coming week. Dining on entertainment days require HAPPENINGS advanced reservations. The weekly menu is posted at The monthly newsletter is full of special outdoor activities, www.darientct.gov. grab-and-go programs, as well as many virtual offerings. As CDC protocols change over time, we hope by spring to be offering more outdoor groups and indoor opportunities as VOICEMAIL well. A weekly email from Constant Contact keeps our You may call the Center number (203) 656-7490 seven members updated! Highlights & Happenings & the monthly days a week, 24 hours a day and leave a message for the calendar can be found on our website at www.darienct.gov. staff. We will get back to you the next working day to let you As always you are welcome to pick up a hard copy of the know your call has been heard and noted. Staff is here M-F Newsletter just give us a call at (203) 656-7490. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

darienct.gov/parkrec 22 DARIEN YOUTH COMMISSION

SUMMER CAMP 2021 REGISTRATION BEGINS CAMP MATHER - ENTERING GRADES 4 & 5 & 6 FEBRUARY 22! 6 WEEKS #8627 New this summer: 3 two-week sessions SESSION 1: June 21 – July 2 1ST WEEK ONLY #8629

SESSION 2: July 6 – July 16 2ND WEEK ONLY #8642 SESSION 3: July 19 – July 30 3RD WEEK ONLY #8610 Three grade-level programs: 1ST & 2ND WEEK #8632 CAMP ROYLE-1 – entering grade 1 CAMP ROYLE-2/3 – entering grades 2 & 3 1ST & 3RD WEEK #8634 CAMP MATHER – entering grades 4, 5 & 6 2ND & 3RD WEEK #8649 Fees: 1 & 3 Session -- $450 (Session 2--$425) 2 Sessions -- $800 6 weeks (3 Sessions) -- $1100

CAMP ROYLE 1 - ENTERING GRADE 1 6 WEEKS #8619

1ST WEEK ONLY #8617 2ND WEEK ONLY #8618 3RD WEEK ONLY #8620 1ST & 2ND WEEK #8622 MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER ACTIVITY PROGRAM (MSSAP - aka CAMP MENACE) 1ST & 3RD WEEK #8624  6 week summer program for students - entering grades 2ND & 3RD WEEK #8623 7, 8 & 9  Registration begins March 15th!

UPCOMING COMMUNITY PROGRAMS Please note: at time of printing, some of these programs are “under development” and dates are tentative/subject to change. Please check the DYC website for updated info: www.darienct.gov/yc

 Drive-through Food Drive to benefit P2P Food Pantry Saturday, March 27 -- 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon – West Ave. Train Station Parking Lot (Koons Lot, Across from Tilley Pond Park)

CAMP ROYLE 2/3 - ENTERING GRADES 2 & 3  “Eggs-Traordinary Egg Hunt” – Monday, March 22 Saturday, April 3 – Laminated Eggs will be hidden throughout the 6 WEEKS #8608 community; solve the clues that lead you to each egg; take a

1ST WEEK ONLY #8614 photo; spell out the hidden holiday message after each egg has been found (leave for others to enjoy) 2ND WEEK ONLY #8609  “Spring has Sprung” window painting event 3RD WEEK ONLY #8647 Grades 6 - 12 1ST & 2ND WEEK #8611 Date: TBD

1ST & 3RD WEEK #8616  Community-Wide Shoebox Parade 2ND & 3RD WEEK #8612 Date: TBD (co-sponsored with Darien Parks and Recreation) darienct.gov/parkrec 23 DARIEN TOWN PARKS & SCHOOLS

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Darien Sport Shop Tree Lighting Sunday, December 1st

darienct.gov/parkrec 25 Darien Parks and Recreation Department PRESORTED 2 Renshaw Road STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE PAID Darien, CT 06820 STAMFORD, CT PERMIT NO. 2010

SAVE THE DATES 2021!!

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