TORRINGTON, CT PARKS & RECREATION FALL/WINTER 2018-2019
City of Torrington Parks & Recreation 153 South Main Street P) 860-489-2274 F) 860-489-2588 Torrington, CT 06790 Info Line: 860-489-2270 Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM TABLE OF CONTENTS: CITY HALL: Elinor Carbone, Mayor GENERAL INFORMATION PAGE 2 Jerry Rollett, Public Works Director MISS STACEY’S EARLY CHILDHOOD PAGE 3
DANCE, GYMNASTICS, & FITNESS PAGE 4 - 6 PARKS & RECREATION STAFF:
SPORTS & LEISURE PAGE 7 - 9 J. Brett Simmons, CPRP
TRIPS PAGE 10 Superintendent of Parks & Recreation
SPECIAL EVENTS PAGES 11-12 Ruth Febbroriello, Senior Secretary
PHONE DIRECTORY PAGE 13 Gladys Brennan, Office Assistant
REGISTRATION POLICIES PAGE 14 PARKS STAFF:
REGISTRATION FORM PAGE 15 Bill Mayers, Superintendent of Streets& Parks
Ed Nuzenski, Asst. Superintendent of Streets & Parks FACILITY DIRECTORY: Roxanne Foster, Senior Secretary
ALVORD PARK 391 KENNEDY DRIVE Glenn Carbone, Parks Foreman ARMORY 153 SOUTH MAIN ST. BANNON STREET PARK 92 BANNON STREET MESSAGE FROM THE PARKS & RECREATION BESSE SKATE PARK 363 WINTHROP STREET DEPARTMENT……. BISHOP DONNELLY SPORTS COMPLEX 33 EAST PEARL ROAD BORZANI PARK 58 JACKSON STREET We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable summer. BURRVILLE PARK 46 OLD BURRVILLE RD Our department has many great programs, leagues, CHARLENE SUSAN BESSE PARK 795 RIVERSIDE AVE. special events, and activities planned for the fall and CHRISTMAS VILLAGE 150 CHURCH STREET winter months. COE MEMORIAL PARK 101 LITCHFIELD STREET We would like to remind the community that you can ELISE BESSE PARK 277 WINTHROP STREET view and register for Parks and Recreation programs FUESSENICH PARK 33 COE PLACE online.
GERT MINI PARK 21 BROOK STREET Visit us online at ~ https://torringtonct.myrec.com/info. JIGGS DONAHUE PARK 33 EAST PEARL STREET JOE RUWET PARK 219 PETRICONE DRIVE Our department is always looking for new programs and JOHN TORO SPORTS COMPLEX 8 PERKINS STREET events to offer the community, and we would like your input. If you are interested in seeing a new program MAJOR WILLIAM BESSE PARK 795 RIVERSIDE AVE offered or if you have expertise in a particular area and OAK AVENUE SPORTS COMPLEX 321 OAK AVENUE would like to work with our department to offer a new OXBOW PARK 384 OXBOW DRIVE program, we encourage you to contact us at (860) 489- PATTERSON PARK 10 EAST MAIN STREET 2274. PLEASANT VIEW PARK 86 DURAND STREET We hope you enjoy our parks and programs this fall and RECREATION HALL 71 EAST ALBERT ST. winter. Please feel free to contact us if you have any ROCK CREEK PARK 129 ROCK CREEK LN questions. SHARON AVENUE PARK 116 SHARON AVENUE TEEN CENTER 71 EAST ALBERT STREET J. Brett Simmons, CPRP, Superintendent WILLIAM L. BESSE MUNCIPAL POOL 277 WINTHROP STREET PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT - PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT - OFFICE HOURS ARMORY VISITORS: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Parking is NOT PERMITTED in the parking lot adjacent to the Armory from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Monday – Friday.
This lot is only for tenants of 126 South Main Street. All visitors must park in the parking lot behind the Armory. Please observe the No Parking signs on Coe Place. People found in violation of these rules may be fined and/ 2 or ticketed. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER, LLC. THE PERFECT BALANCE FOR YOUR CHILD Come join Miss Stacey as she takes your preschooler’s creative spirit and boundless energy on an adventure of wonder. Through music, play and the arts, your child’s self confidence will blossom and their self-sufficiency will begin to take flight. The perfect balance between learning and playing is sure to raise your child’s awareness to spectacular new levels. Every day brings a new discovery as your preschooler opens the doors of individuality and independence. Located on the second floor of the Torrington Armory at 153 South Main St. Registrations for children ages two - 5+ are still being accepted for the 2018-2019 school year. Please call Miss Stacey at (860) 489-2276 for more information. ALL SCHEDULES AND FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
2018 - 2019 School Year “My daughter was a student of Miss Stacey’s and she is now a Junior in High School. She has excelled in school and I believe it 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 Year Olds is because she started with a great foundation. She always remembers her time with Miss Stacey fondly. I highly Mondays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM $88.00/Month recommend her program.” S.V. Wednesdays: 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM $97.00/Month
Fridays: 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM $100.00/Month “My children started at Miss Stacey’s when they were 4 and 3 3 1/2 - 5+ Year Olds years old. My daughter is now in Kindergarten and I am certain that Miss Stacey’s program is the reason she had such a smooth Mondays: 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM $88.00/Month transition into elementary school and the reason why she is Tuesdays: 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM $94.00/Month excelling academically and socially.” K.F.
Wednesdays: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM $97.00/Month
Thursdays: 9:15 AM - 11:15 AM $102.00/Month “My girls are smart, compassionate, responsible young girls that *Classes begin September 10, 2018. they are today because of the start they received at Miss Stacey’s. Miss Stacey gave them a genuine love of learning that *SCHEDULE/FEES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE* has been the key to the success they have in school today.” Closings: T.M. Oct. 8, 2018: Columbus Day Nov. 6, 2018: Election Day Nov. 12, 2018: Veteran’s Day Jan. 21, 2019: MLK Jr. Day May 27, 2019: Memorial Day Breaks: Nov. 19 - 23, 2018 - Thanksgiving Break Dec. 21, 2018 - Jan. 4, 2019 - Christmas Break Feb. 18 - 20, 2019 - Winter Break April 15 - 19, 2019 - April Break
*Dates are subject to change. 3 The Next Generation
of Dance, Gymnastics & Fitness Dance Instructors and Fitness Trainers: Sherry S. Grech, Alyssa Fabiaschi, and/or Jenna Laigle
Classes run consecutively from September to June, with a performance in June. There will be a one-time registration which includes all 3 Sessions, although payment may be submitted in installments, each due 4 weeks prior to the start of each session. *Registration for Sessions 2 or 3 without prior enrollment in Session 1, requires instructor permission. There will be no refunds after classes begin except for a medical reason. Fees: $144.00 per session (12 weeks each session) Class Location: Recreation Hall, 71 East Albert Street
MON TUES WEDS THURS FRI SAT
Country Line Adult Jazz Dance Combo Class Dancing 9:00 AM Class for Beginners Ages 3-5 Adults
Parent/Tot Tumbletime Gymnastics Ages: 18 mo. - 3 10:00 AM Ages 4-6 yrs. with Adult
Gymnastics
11:00 AM Ages 7-11
Combo Class
12:00 PM Ages 6-9
Tap/Ballet *Combo Class: Gymnastics/Hip-Hop/Tap/Ballet 5:15 PM Hip Hop Gymnastics/Hip Hop Ages 11-16 Ages 6-10 Ages 9-12 1st - 4 Weeks - Gymnastics/Hip Hop; 2nd- 4 weeks - Tap/Ballet
Hip Hop/ Gymnastics Gymnastics/Hip Hop Hip Hop Gymnastics 6:15 PM Ages 11-17 Ages 5-8 Ages 13-18 Ages 6-10
Dance/Fitness Wednesday Classes Gymnastics *Classes subject to change in Workout for 7:15 PM Ages 6-10 Adults Start at 5:00& 6:00 accordance with enrollment. SESSION MON TUES WEDS THURS FRI SAT.
Sept. 12 - Nov. 28 Sept. 13 -Nov. 29 Sept. 11 - Nov. 27 I Sept. 10 - Nov. 26 Sept. 15- Dec. 1 No Class Oct. 31 No Class Nov. 22
Dec. 3 - Mar. 4 II No classes Dec. 4 - Mar. 5 Dec. 12- March 6 Dec. 13- Feb. 21 Dec. 8 - Feb. 23 Dec. 25 or Jan. 1
III Mar. 11 - May 27 Mar. 12 - June 4 Mar. 13- May 29 Feb. 28 - May 16 Mar. 2 - May 18
For more information, call Miss Sherry at (860) 307-5166 or the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department at (860) 489-2274. You can register in person at the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department in the Armory at 153 South Main Street or online at https://torringtonct.myrec.com/info. Cash or check accepted in the office - credit card purchases may be made online only. 4 WALKING AT THE ARMORY IRISH STEP DANCING Come out and exercise and make new friends. Learn dances of the Emerald Isle! Traditional and Contemporary Irish Walking Hours: Step Dancing, Ceili Dancing, and Monday - Friday ~ 7:30 AM - 3:00 PM Group Figures. Irish Dance is a lively, quick, and very fun genre. Children Signs will be posted when walking is not permitted, usually love it. Classes are taught by due to holidays, programs, open gym, or special Jack McArdle, who has over 35 years events. 14 laps around the gym equals one mile. experience, including performances at Carnegie Hall and on Irish TV. Jack achieved certification as a master teacher of Irish Dance with the Irish Dance Commission in Dublin, Ireland. All dancers aim for mastery of the art; some undertake the more intense commitment needed to gain world-class status in competitive work. All are welcome. For more information visit - www.mcardleschools.com.
Dates/Times: (Note: Beginners always start out on Fridays.) Wednesdays: 7:00 - 9:30 PM (1 hour lessons, exact time depends on achievement level.) BIRTHDAY PARTIES OR Session 1: Sept 7, 2018 - January 25, 2019 CELEBRATIONS Session 2: February 1 - June 7, 2019 Fridays: 6:00 - 9:00 PM The Torrington Parks and Recreation (1 hour lessons, exact time depends on achievement level.) Department offers dance and gymnastics Session 1: Sept 12, 2018 - January 23, 2019 birthday parties or celebrations. A great combination of entertainment, music, and Session 2: January 30 - June 5, 2019 fitness and a whole lot of fun. Turn the ordinary Saturdays: 3:00 PM (competitions/performances) party into a very special day. Location: Recreation Hall Parties/Celebrations Featuring: Tumbletots, Fee: $310.00 per student, per session Tap, Ballet, Gymnastics, Hip-Hop, Hula, or Instructor: Jack McArdle, T.C.R.G (860) 485-0027 Country Line Dancing. For more information call Sherry S. Grech, instructor/organizer, at (860) 307-5166. A registration form must be filled out and turned into the Parks and Recreation Department along with the reservation fee. Reserve your party 3 weeks in advance for any Saturday,1:00-3:00 PM. Includes 45 minutes to 1 hour of dance and gymnastics fun. PROGRAM ALERT The fee for these parties will be $130.00. Is there a program you are interested in and would like
to see the Parks and Recreation Department offer? ***Number of attendees limited to 24*** Do you have skills or experience in a particular area (2 adults for every 10 children) that you would like to share with the Parks and
Recreation Department by becoming a program Location: Recreation Hall instructor? 71 East Albert Street Contact Brett Simmons at (860) 489-2274 or Torrington, CT [email protected]. ALL AGES WELCOME 5 MINI- NINJA ● KICKBOXING
Empower Karate & Kickboxing, LLC 915 New Harwinton Road, Torrington, CT 06790 MINI-NINJA KARATE WITH NINJA MOMMY & ME KICKBOXING MEDITATION A fun kickboxing class for moms and their children ages 5-9. This program teaches kickboxing basics in a A fun, skill building course for children fun format where moms can workout side by side with ages 3-5. This program features skill their child. Moms will use adult sized targets, and building basics designed to enhance children will use child sized targets, both learning the coordination, motor skills, focus, same moves. confidence, self-regulation. There are 15 spaces available in this class. This group will be very limited in size - 6 mom spaces and 6 child spaces available. For: Ages 3 - 5
For: Moms and Children Ages 5-9 Dates: Session I: Mondays - 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 (4 classes) Dates: Session II: Mondays - 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4 (4 classes) Session I: Mondays - 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 (4 classes) Times: 5:30-6:00 PM Session II: Mondays - 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4 (4 classes) Location: Empower Karate & Kickboxing Times: 6:00-6:30 PM Fee: $45.00 Location: Empower Karate & Kickboxing, LLC Instructor: Sensei Colleen Empower Karate & Kickboxing, LLC Fee: $95.00
Instructor: Sensei Colleen LADIES KICKBOXING LITE Empower Karate & Kickboxing, LLC A fun, skill building kickboxing class, teaching the essentials of kickboxing in a lighter, less intense workout format from our regular class. Great for ladies just starting to get back into shape, or who want to step up their routine, but may not feel ready for a regular kickboxing class just yet. There are 20 spaces available in this class. For: Ladies Ages 16 + Up
Dates: Session I: Mondays - 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 (4 classes) Session II: Mondays - 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4 (4 classes)
Times: 6:30-7:00 PM
Location: Empower Karate & Kickboxing
Fee: $65.00
Instructor: Sensei Colleen Empower Karate & Kickboxing, LLC 6 “HIGH SCHOOL 101”
Designed to introduce high school students to the game. Players will learn basic strokes, scoring, and how to play points. For: Ages 13 - 18 Times: Mondays - 5:00 - 6:30 PM
Session Dates Cost Fall 1 Sept. 10 - Oct. 29 $264.00
Fall 2 Nov. 5 - Dec. 17* $231.00 No classes 11/22-11/26
Winter Jan. 7 - Mar. 4 $297.00
Location: Pinewoods Racquet Club 104 Pinewoods Road Torrington, CT 06790 Instructor: Pinewoods Racquet Club (860) 482-9424 www.pinewoodsclub.com Staff
QUICKSTART TENNIS
The QuickStart method makes tennis size appropriate for younger students by utilizing slower bouncing balls, smaller racquets, and a shortened court. Lessons are organized by age group and are as follows: BACK TO BASICS TENNIS Level 1: Ages 4 - 6 Level 2: Ages 7- 8 PROGRAM FOR ADULTS Level 3: Ages 9 - 10 Level 4: Ages 11 - 12 Want to learn the great sport of tennis, or do you just need a refresher? The Back to Basics program is Location: Pinewoods Health & Racquet Club, LLC what you need to get you in the game. Each session consists of four classes.
Fall 1 Session Fall 2 Session Winter Session Sept. 10 - Nov. 4 Nov. 5 - Dec. 23 Jan. 2 - Mar. 10 For: 18 and up *No classes Nov 21-25 $152.00 $114.00 $190.00 Dates/Times: Fridays Level 1: Ages 4 - 6 *Call (860) 482-9424 to schedule your times after 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Saturdays registering. Level 2: Ages 7 - 8 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Saturdays Level 3: Ages 9 - 10 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Fee: $44.00/Person - 4 classes Fridays Level 4: Ages 11-12 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Location: Pinewoods Racquet Club
Instructor: Pinewoods Racquet Club Staff Instructor:
Pinewoods Racquet Club Staff
7 TORRINGTON TEEN CENTER
The Torrington Teen Center, located in Recreation Hall on East Albert Street will be open for Middle School and High School Students. Come down with your friends and enjoy a game of pool, ping-pong, video games, board games, listen to music, watch TV, or just hang out and unwind after school. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Supervision by Corrine Beecher and Teen Center Staff. For more information, please call - (860) 482-6928. Mondays: 2:30 - 8:00 PM Tuesdays: 2:30 - 8:00 PM
PAL BASKETBALL LEAGUE GET GOLF READY GRADES K-12 - TRAVEL & IN-HOUSE New golfers are invited to become familiar with a great game that is fun to play. Your award winning PGA Pro PROGRAMS AVAILABLE Chet Dunlop will help you discover how to access the joy For more information, please contact the that the game of golf offers to every player who wishes Torrington Police Activities League to play. All you need to bring is a desire to take pleasure at 860-489-2014 or log onto their website at: in your own natural ability while exploring a game that www.torringtonpal.com. This program accepts anyone can play, and everyone can play better. residents/non-residents. GET GOLF READY II Please do not fill out the attached Great for the intermediate golfer ~ This class is designed form in this Park and Recreation to integrate the proper fundamentals into your existing Brochure for PAL Basketball. golf swing in order to create consistency in your game. Whether you’ve played golf for thirty years or just a
season or two, this program will give you everything you need to find enjoyment on the course.
WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL Classes are taught by nationally recognized PGA Pro, Chet Dunlop at Burlington Golf Center, 522 Spielman The Women’s Volleyball League plays every Friday Highway, Burlington, CT. Classes will be offered in the night throughout the Fall and Winter. Some teams may Spring of 2019 - more details to follow. be looking for players, so if you are interested in joining a team, please call the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department for more information. Rosters are currently YOUNG MEN’S BASKETBALL LEAGUE available and are due no later than October 2nd. The Young Men’s League plays on For: Women 18 plus Sundays throughout the Winter and Min: 6 Teams Max: 16 Teams will begin on November 10th. Rosters Date: Oct. 12, 2018- Early March, 2019 will be due October 19th. The rosters Time: Friday Evenings (weather permitting) and rules are currently available at Location: TMS Gymnasium the Torrington Parks and Recreation Fee: $420.00 Department. Supervisor: TBD For: Men - 18 Plus Min: 6 Teams Max: 14 Teams Date: Nov. 11, 2018 - Mid-March, 2019 (weather permitting) Time: Sundays - Times Vary Fee: $650.00- Resident Team; $850.00- Non-Resident Team Supervisors: Gladys Brennan and RJ Poniatoski
MEN’S AND WOMEN’S SOFTBALL LEAGUES
Rosters and Rules Packets will be available in Mid-February for any teams that would like to participate in the Torrington Parks and Recreation 2019 Men’s or Women’s Softball Leagues. More information will be available when registrations open for the 2019 softball season. Visit the 8 softball website at www.torringtonsoftball.com. WINTER SPORTS NORTHWEST KID ROCK
AT MAJOR BESSE PARK - The Torrington Parks and Recreation Department will be bringing back this popular singing contest for SLEDDING & ICE SKATING area children. Registration forms will be available at the Parks and Recreation Department at 153 South This winter there will be Sledding & Ice Skating Main St., Torrington. Auditions are limited to a 1- at Major Besse Park which is located on minute introduction and an acappella performance. Riverside Avenue. Eliminations will take place on the night of the competition. Sledding and Ice Skating will be weather permitting during day time hours - No Lights. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finalists. Call the Torrington Parks & Recreation Dept., for updates - 860-489-2274. Deadline for entry: February 22, 2019 For: Ages 8 – 14
Closed Audition: March 2, 2019 at 12:00 PM Finals: March 23, 2019 at 6:00 PM Location: Coe Memorial Park
BABYSITTING 101 BABYSITTING 102 This course is for youths age 10 to 15 years of This course is for youths 12 to 16+ years of age age. This is an entry level course intended to with a sincere interest in advanced concepts and teach age appropriate skills necessary to care for skills of First Aid including CPR certification. children of all ages using team babysitting, Building on the entry level skills from Babysitter mother’s helper, and individual babysitting concepts. The course focuses on safety with 101, objectives for this scenario based, expanded emphasis on prevention. Basic first aid and course includes additional First Aid concepts, obstructed airway management for a conscious Adult/Child and Infant CPR. Requires written and choking adult/child and infant will be covered. skills testing to receive 2 year certification. Student Other topics include hand washing, diapering, receives a student handbook. Prerequisite: bottle feeding, personal safety, interview skills Babysitter Safety 101 or similar class within the last and many more topics. Booklet, handouts and year. Babysitter Safety Certificate of completion included. Bring a snack. For: Ages 12-16 Min: 7 Max: 15 Date: October 20, 2018 For: Ages 10-15 Min: 7 Max: 15 Time: 1:30 - 4:30 PM Date: October 20, 2018 Location: Armory Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM Fee: $63.00 per person Location: Armory Instructor: LifeSafe Services Fee: $63.00 per person Instructor: LifeSafe Services
9 Boston Red Sox vs. New York Yankees Newport Tour Tuesday, September 18, 2018 Saturday, October 6, 2018 Trip includes: Transportation on Charter Bus Trip includes: Transportation on Charter Bus to to the game, Ticket to the 1:00 PM game Newport, RI, Tour of Mansion (Marblehead), (Upper Level), a cookout before the game, Cookout, free time in Newport. Optional - Visit and games/prizes on the bus. Newport Winery and receive a free glass of wine.
Departs: 9:00 AM, Waterbury Departs: 7:00 AM, Thomaston Returns: 7:00 PM Returns: 7:00 PM
Fee: $140.00 Per Person Fee: $100.00 Per Person - with Winery $85.00 Per Person - without Winery
Salem, MA Saturday, October 27, 2018
Trip includes: Transportation on Charter Bus and free time in Salem. Additional option - admission into three museums - The New England Pirate Museum, Witch Dungeon Museum, and Witch History Museum.
Departs: 9:00 AM, Thomaston Returns: 7:00 PM New York Jets vs. Fee: $75.00 Per Person, Bus Only New England Patriots $100.00 Per Person, 3 Museums - New Sunday, November 25, 2018 England Pirate Museum, Witch History, and Witch Dungeon Trip includes: Transportation on Charter Bus to MetLife Stadium in New York, Ticket to the 1:05 PM game (Upper Level End Zone), Tailgate Party before New York City On Your Own the game, food after the game, and games/prizes on Saturday, December 8, 2018 the bus. Trip includes: Transportation to New York on Charter Bus, Free time on your own in New York City from 10:00 Departs: 7:00 AM, Torrington AM - 6:30 PM, snacks on the bus, and games/prizes on Returns: 7:00 PM the bus. Drop Off Locations include: Central Park, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, and Fee: $200.00 Per Person Grand Central Station. Pick up is at the NYC Library on W42nd St. Departs: 8:30 AM, Waterbury Returns: 8:30 PM
**All trips coordinated by MyFunBus.com with the excep- Fee: $65.00 Per Person tion of the Casino Trips. **Trip times and departure loca- tions may vary and are subject to change.**
CASINO TRIPS
Every third Monday of the month, the bus from Land Jet, Inc., leaves from the Torrington Plaza (Staples Plaza near 99 Restaurant) at 8:00 AM and returns at 6:00 PM. Sign up early, as seats fill quickly! $25.00 per person, per trip.
Dates - Mondays: September 17, 2018 - Mohegan Sun October 15, 2018 - Mohegan Sun November 19, 2018 - Mohegan Sun 10 ANNUAL HOLIDAY CRAFT & HALLOWEEN CELEBRATION & GIFT FAIR TRUNK OR TREAT
Torrington Armory MAIN STREET, TORRINGTON CT. Saturday, November 3, 2018 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM October 27, 2018 ~ 4:00 - 6:00 PM Torrington Lions Club in Collaboration with Torrington (Rain Date - October 28) Parks and Recreation In collaboration with the Doyle’s Medical Supply, Come join us for a day of fun and activity for the Torrington Lions Club & Torrington Municipal & whole family at the 7th Annual Holiday Craft and Gift Fair. This event will feature; Vendors of Gift and Teachers Federal Credit Union, the Torrington Parks & Craft Items, Kids Activities Table, Picnic Style Recreation Department will be sponsoring numerous Cuisine, a Huge Craft and Gift Raffle, Free Parking, Halloween activities during the Annual Halloween and More! Free Admission to the Public! Celebration. The event will include hayrides, contests, This is an indoor event (rain or shine). 100% of all music and games provided by a D.J., and plenty of proceeds go toward donations and projects managed treats for the children to enjoy as they stroll around in by the Torrington Lions Club to benefit the their costumes to visit each of the decorated cars. community. For more information: Anyone interested in decorating a vehicle and handing Event Website: torringtonlionsevents.org out candy, must register in advance at the Torrington Kiki: 860-489-8971 or [email protected] Parks and Recreation Department. Anyone entering a Joe: [email protected] vehicle to participate in the Truck or Treat will be Please use “Craft 2018” in your email subject line. responsible for providing their own candy or treats to hand out.
ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING & LIGHT UP MAIN STREET
Light Up Main will be held Friday, November 23rd. The event will begin at Coe Memorial Park at 4:30 PM with music, refreshments, and story time, immediately followed by the tree lighting at 5:30 PM. Next, take a stroll up Main Street for the lighting of the tree at City Hall at 6:00 PM. This event will feature additional stops along the way. Additional details to follow at a later date! The annual celebration will again include a variety of holiday music provided by a DJ, as well as, Choir groups from Torrington Schools and the Torrington High School Band. Come join us for this popular event.
11 ANNUAL OUTDOOR HOLIDAY TRAIN SHOW DECORATING CONTEST Back again by popular Sponsored by the Torrington Parks & Recreation demand! Department in Cooperation with the Torrington Lions Club, the Annual Outdoor Holiday Decorating Contest will be held on Tuesday, December 11th. Displays should be lit from 6:00 - There will be a train exhibition on Saturday, December 9:00 PM and will consist of the following: 1st from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM and on Sunday, December ~ Commercial: Christmas Display 2nd from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM at the Torrington Armory. ~ Residential: Decorated Doorway, Nativity, or Christmas This wonderful exhibit is put on by the Torrington Area Display Model Railroaders. In order to participate, an entry form must be filled out and Please stop by and see this truly remarkable display... It submitted to the Torrington Parks and Recreation is definitely worth the trip! For more info, visit: Department. The deadline for entry is December 7th. www.trainweb.org.
CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
OPENING DAY PARADE
The Opening Day Parade takes place on Sunday, TOY SHOWER DAY December 9th, starting at approximately 12:30 PM. The parade will start at the Armory, continuing on Main This year the Toy Shower will be held on Friday, Street, up Mason Street to the Village. Come welcome December 7th from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Christmas Santa to Christmas Village! If you belong to a group that Village. The Toy Shower helps raise funds to purchase would like to participate in the parade, please contact toys for all children who visit Christmas Village. the Parks & Recreation Department prior to November Children will get a surprise visit from Santa’s Elves and 1st. Mrs. Claus! Santa will be at home resting for his Daily Hours: Dec. 9- 23, 1:00 - 8:30 PM annual visit to Christmas Village on Opening Day. The Toy Shower will feature entertainment by local schools Christmas Eve Hours: Dec. 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and musicians and light refreshments. Bring your children to the village and experience this For those who can’t attend the Toy Shower event, exciting opportunity to meet Mr. and Mrs. Claus, the WZBG will be broadcasting live all day on December elves, and the reindeer. 7th. All organizations and individuals interested in *Volunteers are needed for Christmas Village. If you making a pledge to Christmas Village may do so by are interested in volunteering, please call the calling the radio station at 860-567-3697. Torrington Parks and Recreation Office at 860-489- 2274. Your Support is Greatly Appreciated!
12 CONTACT NAMES & PHONE NUMBERS
American Legion Baseball Coach RJ Poniatoski 860-307-6136
Babe Ruth Baseball League Jim Pescatore 860-482-3405
Babysitting Classes LifeSafe Services Park & Rec. - 860-489-2274
BMX Todd Pfeffer 860- 309-1090
The Next Generation of Dance Sherry Grech 860-307-5166
Golf – Burlington Golf Center Chet Dunlop Jr. 860-675-7320
Irish Dance Jack McArdle 860-485-0027
Little League - Baseball Linn Baranowitz 860-733-3666
Little League - Softball Jamie Fritz 860-733-3226
MACONY League Dora Carr [email protected]
Torrington Warriors Football & Cheer Jason Marshall 860-782-1715
Miss Stacey’s Early Childhood Center Stacey Munson 860-489-2276
Make the Play Basketball Leron Williams 860-689-2786
Over 40 Team - Dragons Robert Collabella 860-307-3160
PAL Basketball Tony Pietrafesa 860-489-2014
Pinewoods Racquet Club Bob Cofer 860-482-9424
St. Peter’s Drum Corps. Peter Andrews 860-250-4757
Teen Center Corrine Beecher 860-482-6928
Tri-State Commissioner Ed Gadomski 203-525-0870
Tri-State Rebels Greg Bodnar 860-309-4616
USSSA Chris Fisher 860-480-0341
Women’s Volleyball Sue Fritch Park & Rec. - 860-489-2274
Youth Summer Basketball League Bill Nataro 860-309-1525
Youth Soccer Mark Crowe 860-307-5562
13 Mission Statement To enhance the quality of life for all Torrington Residents Offer a diverse cultural community and special event activities for the community. Offer a full array of informational services of all leisure activities and organizations. Provide professional leisure department assistance to all community groups. Provide quality leisure opportunities in a safe and healthy atmosphere. Provide a well maintained park system and recreational facilities. Provide a comprehensive Master Plan for future park development. Preserve open space for future generations. Impact the quality of life in a positive way.
1. Registration and payment for trips and leagues must be made in person at the Torrington Parks and Recreation Office, located inside the Armory at 153 South Main Street.
2. Registration for all programs, lessons etc. may be made either in person or be mailed to the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department, 153 South Main Street, Torrington, CT 06790. Mail-in registrations MUST be postmarked one week prior to the starting time of any program.
3. Please observe any deadlines indicated. ABSOLUTELY NO LATE REGISTRATIONS ARE ACCEPTED - THEY WILL BE RETURNED. Registrations are accepted on first come, first served basis.
4. Torrington residents are given first priority to register for all programs. Non-residents may register for programs on an availability basis one week prior to the start of the program. This does not apply to adult sports leagues, lessons and trips.
5. When enrollment is insufficient, classes and/or leagues may be cancelled and/or combined. All programs in this brochure are subject to change.
6. If the program you wish to register for is full, you will be placed on a waiting list and will be notified immediately in the event that there is an opening in that program.
7. If a program is cancelled by Torrington Parks and Recreation, a full refund or credit will be given.
8. Requests made two weeks or more prior to the start of any program will be refunded. After this point, absolutely NO refunds or credits will be given unless there are medical reasons, accompanied by a written physician’s note.
9. Up until two weeks before the date of a trip, one may request a full refund or credit only if the program’s minimum participant requirement is still met. Otherwise, there will be no refunds on trips. If a trip is cancelled by Torrington Parks and Recreation, a full refund or credit will be given.
10.To receive a refund, a written request must be submitted. Refunds take approximately 2 weeks to process.
11. Cash or Checks are accepted for all registrations mailed in or dropped off at the Parks and Recreation Department. Participants may also register and pay with a credit card through our online system on our website https://torringtonct.myrec.com/info. An additional fee is assessed for all credit card transactions.
12. If a payment made by check is returned for insufficient funds, the person making payment must pay the program fee, plus a $20.00 processing fee in cash or money order prior to being able to participate in the program.
Inclusion Statement: The City of Torrington is committed to assuring equal access to programs, activities, and services to all individuals. The City will comply with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Provisions for reasonable program modifications will be made on an individual basis to allow people with disabilities to participate in programs, activities, and services 14 provided by the City. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department for more information at (860) 489-2274. TORRINGTON PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT REGISTRATION FORM ( Please Print )
Participant’s Name: ______M/ F:____ Grade: ______DOB: ______
Address: ______City: ______ZIP: ______
Parent Name: ______Birthdate:
Parent Name: ______Birthdate:
Email Address: Consent to Receive Email Notifications:
Home Phone: ( _____ ) ______- ______Work/Cell Phone: ( _____ ) ______- ______Carrier: Consent to Receive Text Messages:
Name of Emergency Contact: ______Relationship:______
Address: ______Emergency Phone: ( ____ ) ______- ______
1. Program ______Day / Time______Session______Cost______
2. Program ______Day / Time______Session______Cost______
3. Program ______Day / Time______Session______Cost______
Allergies, medical conditions or physical difficulties: ______
______
Doctor’s Name ______Phone#______
The City of Torrington Park & Recreation Department Program (as defined below, “Program”) involves a variety of physical activities and there is an element of risk involved, which each participant must assume (including injury, disability or death). I affirm that my health is adequate and that I am not under a physician’s care for any undisclosed condition that bears upon my fitness to participate in the Program. The undersigned hereby agrees: 1. I fully assume all risks associated with utilization of and participation in the program(s) listed above and agree not to sue and hereby release the City of Torrington, its agents, servants, employees, volunteers, elected officials boards and commissions (collectively “The City”), from all liability should an injury to me or listed participant occur during participation in the said program(s). 2. I, for myself and for my heirs, executors, administrators, and legal representatives, agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City, from any and all claims, suits or demands by anyone arising from my use of or participation in the program. 3. If I am a parent or guardian signing on behalf of a child or ward, I make these representations and agreements on behalf of my child or ward. 4. I give permission to the Torrington Parks & Recreation Department to use any photo or video taken during participation for promotional materials. I have read and understand the policies adopted by the Torrington Parks and Recreation Department and agree to abide by those policies.
______Signature of participant, parent or guardian Date
Note: Instructors of individual programs may ask for additional paperwork to be filled out prior to the start of program. Please observe any deadlines for programs. 15 FIND US ON FACEBOOK, OR VISIT US ON THE WEB AT HTTPS://TORRINGTONCT.MYREC.COM/INFO