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RECREATION & CULTURAL AFFAIRS DIVISION SUMMER VERANO CHELSEA 2021

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A Guide to Arts, Sports, Cultural Activities Una guía para actividades culturales en las artes, los and Community Schools Programs deportes y programas en las Escuelas Comunitarias Registration begins Tuesday, La matrícula comienza el martes May 4 at 4 pm 4 de mayo a las 4 pm recreation.chelseama.gov recreation.chelseama.gov Recreation & Cultural Affairs Division Bea Cravatta, Director Omar Miranda, Manager Veronica Sosa-Dunetz, Communications Specialist HELLO CHELSEA! Laura Rodriguez, Program Assistant Alberto Valle, Program Assistant Kateryn Hernandez Menjivar, The Chelsea Recreation and Cultural Affairs Division is pleased to bring you Technology Assistant our Summer 2021 Program Guide! Security Staff Chelsea Public Schools The Recreation Division is working on plans for an exciting and safe summer season of free classes offered in-person or via livestream as we Chelsea Community Schools remain mindful of the challenges presented by COVID-19. We recognize Advisory Board* that some requirements and practices due to COVID may change and we Kevin Sandoval, Chair are committed to the implementation of all mandated safety precautions Alice Murillo, Co-chair Vanesa Mendoza-Mercado, Recorder throughout the summer. We appreciate the flexibility and understanding of Christopher Marroquin the Chelsea community as we continue to provide recreation activities and Mohamed Qasim park services. Please continue to monitor our website and social media for *Meets 2nd Tues/mo 5:30pm, Williams Building updates. Throughout the summer, we may make changes to offerings and add activities and events on behalf of the community. Chelsea Cultural Council* Marlene Jennings, Chair Chelsea is truly a great place to live! We are grateful to our City Manager, Dakeya Christmas, Co-chair City Council, Boards and Commissions as well as our talented staff, Juliana Borgiani Geiger, Treasurer instructors, and volunteers for their hard work and dedication to our Carolina Anzola Danielle Kim residents and community. Katherine Cabral *Meets 4th Tues/mo 6:30pm, Williams Building Thank you all for your continued support! Chelsea Youth Commission* Bea Cravatta Carla Garcia, Chair Salma Jabri, Co-chair Director, Chelsea Recreation & Cultural Affairs Britney Alcazar, Treasurer Branden Garcia, Secretary Emily Menjivar, Public Relations Dear Residents: *Meets 1st & 3rd Tues/mo 6pm, Williams Building After a very challenging year, the City is excited to reopen our parks and restore recreation activities, although with certain health precautions still in place. Chelsea’s 40 parks and playgrounds provide wonderful venues INCLUSIVE SERVICES we welcome persons of for the members of our community to get some exercise, spend time all abilities to participate in our programs. We with friends, and enjoy nature. Along with no-cost virtual programs, the make every effort to accommodate each family with inclusive programming. To ensure timely Recreation Division is offering a variety of in-person classes, many taking accommodation and to create an enjoyable place in our spectacular parks for Summer 2021. We invite you to explore environment for you, please be sure to submit our offerings and take advantage of these opportunities to grow individually your request for special accommodations when or make new friends. you register.

We hope you have a wonderful summer! SERVICIOS INCLUSIVOS damos la bienvenida a personas de todas las capacidades para que participen en nuestros programas. Hacemos Tom Ambrosino todo lo posible para acomodar a cada familia con una programación inclusiva. Para garantizar un Chelsea City Manager alojamiento oportuno y crear un entorno agradable para usted, asegúrese de enviar su solicitud de adaptaciones especiales cuando se registre.

Main Office [email protected] Connect 500 Broadway, Rm 100 recreation.chelseama.gov Chelsea, MA 02150 @chelsearecreation 617 466 4070 With Us! chelsearecreation_ma Chelsea Recreation & Cultural Affairs Division The City of Chelsea Recreation & Cultural Affairs Division provides year-round recreation, education, and cultural opportunities throughout the City’s In-Person & Livestream Classes public facilities, athletic fields, playgrounds, and For the benefit of all Chelsea residents, we various other venues to promote positive, enriching are offering mostly FREE programs during the activities that are accessible for all members of the summer season for those who register. Join an Chelsea community. The Division issues permits engaging class at one of our many beautiful for the use of parks, athletic fields, and other public parks, partner facilities, or from the comfort of your own home and receive quality instruction spaces, supports youth and adult leagues, oversees from our talented teachers. It is our intention youth and adult programs held at local public schools to give you an excellent class in-person or facilities including scheduling and managing the livestream. use of those facilities by local organizations outside of the school day. It seeks to build collaborative Clases Presenciales y relationships with City departments, the community, and with partnering organizations and pursues, En Línea En Vivo secures, and manages external funding for Para el beneficio de los residentes de Chelsea, programming. In addition, the Division provides staff estamos ofreciendo actividades EN LÍNEA to the local Cultural Council, Advisory Board, and the GRATIS durante la temporada de primavera . Participa en Youth Commission. para aquellos que se registren nuestras clases desde la comodidad de tu hogar y recibe la a misma calidad de instrucción de nuestros talentosos profesores. Nuestra intención es ofrecer una excelente clase que coincida con la experiencia en persona. Contents / Indice In-Person Classes Contact Information Fitness 3 Información de contacto Arts 6 CHELSEA CITY HALL Enrichment 8 500 Broadway, Rm. 100 Movie Nights 9 Chelsea, MA 02150

Livestream Classes Phone: 617 466-4070 Fitness 11 Fax: 617 466-4099 Arts 11 Email: [email protected] Website: recreation.chelseama.gov Enrichment 12 ESOL 13 Sport Leagues 15 Get Away 16 Cover photos: More Activities 17 Island End Park by Matt Frank and Registration Info 18 John Ruiz Park Parks Information 19 by Ed Wonsek. Instructors, Organizations, & Staff 22 More Programs 24

recreation.chelseama.gov 1 In-pe rson Registration begins Tuesday, May 4 at 4pm La matrícula comienza el martes 4 de mayo a las 4pm

3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER I 3 formas fáciles de matrícularse [email protected] I 617 466-5233 Monday-Friday, 4-8:30pm register.communitypass.net/Chelsea

INDOOR & OUTDOOR PROGRAMAS EN LA ESCUELA PROGRAMS Y AL AIRE LIBRE This summer our enrichment, arts, and fitness Este verano, nuestros instructores de enriquecimiento, instructors are conducting in-person classes at the artes y acondicionamiento físico impartirán clases en Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street, that comply persona en el edificio Williams, 180 Walnut Street, with COVID-19 safety standards. Those held cumpliendo con los estándares de seguridad COVID-19. outdoors are sure to keep participants engaged Los que se llevan a cabo al aire libre seguramente while they enjoy sunshine and socializing. Those mantendrán a los participantes comprometidos held indoors will maintain small group sizes and mientras disfrutan del sol y socializan. Los que se social distancing rules. Outdoor classes will be realicen en interiores mantendrán grupos pequeños y held virtually if there is inclement weather. reglas de distanciamiento social. Las clases al aire libre se llevarán a cabo virtualmente si hay mal tiempo. HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS PROTOCOLOS DE SEGURIDAD Y SALUD Health assessment Participants and instructors will be asked to check Valoración de Salud themselves for COVID-19 symptoms before each Se pedirá a los participantes e instructores que se class and to stay home if they feel unwell. examinen ellos mismos para detectar síntomas de COVID-19 antes de cada clase y que se queden en Face coverings casa si se sienten mal. Following recent CDC guidance 4/27/21, participants and instructors will not be required Revestimientos faciales Siguiendo las recomendaciones de CDC to wear face coverings during outdoors activities actualizadas el 27/4/21, no se requerirá que los as long as physical distancing is possible. CDC- participantes e instructores usen cubiertas faciales recommended face coverings will be required durante las actividades al aire libre siempre que to be worn by those who participate in indoor sea posible el distanciamiento físico. Aquellos que activities. participen en actividades bajo techo deberán usar Sanitized materials or equipment cubiertas faciales recomendadas por CDC. Materials or equipment intended to be used by one person for the duration of the class will be issued Materiales o equipos desinfectados Los materiales o equipos destinados a ser utilizados on an individual basis. Everything gets cleaned por una persona durante la clase se entregarán de and disinfected after each class, or will be regularly forma individual. Todo se limpia y desinfecta después sanitized throughout, depending on its use. de cada clase, o se desinfectará regularmente en todo momento, dependiendo de su uso.

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Capture the Flag FITNESS Wednesdays 7-7:30pm July 21-August 25 Ages 6-10 A fast paced game in which two or more teams each have a flag. The goal is to capture the other team's flag, NEW Skateboarding located at the team's "base" and bring it safely back to their Wednesdays 3-5:30pm June 9-30 own base. Location: Mary C Burke Complex Field, 300 Crescent Ages 10-18 Learn to skateboard in a safe environment Avenue while making new friends and practicing skills on and off a skateboard. Participants must wear masks and social Instructor: Alberto Valle distancing guidelines are enforced. All gear is sanitized daily and stored separately to maintain the safety of all participants. Wiffleball Chelsea residents ONLY. Pre-registration is required. Tuesday & Thursday 5-6pm August 3 & 5 Location: Williams Courtyard, 180 Walnut Street Ages 8-12 Learn one of America's favorite backyard games. Players practice hitting, pitching, and fielding the wiffleball. Instructor: Karlos Jeri Location: Voke Park, 54 Washington Avenue Instructor: Bruce Harrison THE CHILL FOUNDATION Tee-Ball for Young Children CHILL is a nation-wide youth development program whose curriculum uses board sports to teach life Thursdays 4:30-5:15 June 3-24 skills and increase self-esteem in our participants. Ages 3-5 A team sport that introduces young players to baseball and softball. Batters hit off a tee at home plate and run between bases positioned 50 feet apart. Location: Bosson Park, Bellingham Street Instructor: Alberto Valle

recreation.chelseama.gov 3 In-Person Community Outdoor Basketball Thursdays 6-9pm May 13-August 12 Tennis Fundamentals for Teens & Adults Ages 13+ All are welcome to play basketball on the Williams outdoor courts. All games are self-officiated. Mondays 5:30-6:30pm July 19-August 9 First come, first served to play. A maximum number is Ages 13+ Want to increase your energy and endurance? enforced to ensure everyone plays. Play tennis! Learn basic skills such as proper grip, forehand, Location: Williams Courtyard, 180 Walnut Street backhand and basic serves. Exercise your mind and body to master the rules of the game. Location: Voke Park, Tennis Courts, 54 Washington Avenue Yoga for Kids Wednesdays 5-5:30pm May 26-July 7 Instructors: Juan & Matthew Gallego Ages 6-12 Introduces children to the joy of yoga! Includes breath work, poses and yoga games. Learn Ice Skate Bring your own mat. Porrazzo Skating Arena Location: Bellingham Hill Park, Highland Street Saturdays July 17-Aug 21 Instructor: Katie Laundre Group A: With Experience 10-10:40am Group B: Beginner 11:15-11:40am Yoga for Beginners Youth ages 3-17: $40 Adults 18+: $55 Wednesdays 5:30-6:15pm May 26-July 7 Ages 3-18+ Certified instructors teach the mechanics and Ages 13+ A perfect class to learn the basics. Postures proper techniques of ice skating. Gives participants the best focus on alignment while entering, holding, and leaving foundation for recreational skating, figure skating, hockey, the posture. Learn breathing and meditation techniques. or speed skating. Bring your own helmet and gloves. Skates Bring your own mat. rental is free. Chelsea residents only. Must register online or Location: Bellingham Hill Park, Highland Street call 617-466-5233. Instructor: Katie Laundre Location: 199 Coleridge Street, East Boston NEW https://fmcicesports.com/rink/eastboston-porrazzo-skating-arena/ Yoga Warrior Poses Wednesdays 6-6:45pm July 14-28 Workout Routes Ages 13+ Learn the core poses of Yoga. Explore the Ages 15+ Plan a new place to exercise in Chelsea! Track historical background of what the Warrior poses represent your workouts. Try these beginner and intermediate routes while breaking down each warrior pose movement by located in Admiral’s Hill. These routes were created for movement. No experience necessary. Bring your own mat. running, however, they are also suitable for walking or Location: Bellingham Hill Park, Highland Street cycling. Make every movement count! Instructor: Katie Laundre Workout Routes click here. Community Boating Inc. Volleyball Basics Sailing for all on the Charles River! Learn to sail at any age Mondays 6-6:30pm June 7-July 12 or ability level in our affordable adult, youth, and adaptive Ages 13+ Learn how to pass, hit, set, serve and block while programs. Learn more at sailcbi.org getting a great workout! Location: Boston Esplanade, near Charles/MGH and the Location: Voke Park, 54 Washington Avenue Hatch Shell Facilitator: Anita Barnes NEW Bluebikes Open Volleyball Ages 13+ Bluebikes have arrived in Chelsea! Riding a Bluebike is an affordable and convenient transportation Mondays 6:30-8pm June 7-July 12 option for quick trips around town and adventures. Ages 13+ Come get a great workout while continuing to Single Trip $2.95. Adventure Pass $10. Annual $109. More fine-tune your skills. Tips on passing, hitting, setting, serving information at https://www.bluebikes.com/ and blocking. All games are self-officiated. First come, first To find Chelsea locations click here. served to play. Location: Voke Park, 54 Washington Avenue Facilitator: Anita Barnes

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Tenacity Chelsea NEW Summer Tennis & Reading Program Monday-Friday 9am-12pm July 6-August 13 Ages 6-10 Participate in tennis and reading activities as well as off-court games. Tenacity’s dynamic five-day, six-week program, provides an enriching learning environment for city youth, keeping minds and bodies active during the summer recess. Registration is required. Location: Voke Park, 540 Washington Avenue

TENACITY Summer Tennis & Reading Program Youth, ages 6-10, meet for a three-hour session participating in tennis & fitness offerings and a summer reading activity each day. The program is held on summer weekday mornings and is free to those who register. The City of Chelsea is an excited and proud sponsor of Tenacity. https://tenacity.org/

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Art & Music Studio

Tues , Wed , Thurs 1-3 pm July 27, 28, & 29

Group A: ages 5-8 ARTS Group B: ages 9-11 Ballet Thursdays Session II: July 1-August 12 Ages 3-5 4-4:45pm Time to plie and jete! Learn ballet techniques and FREE terminology in an encouraging environment. Introduces GRATIS children to the world of ballet. Classes will be held virtually if there is bad weather. Location: Bellingham Hill Park, Highland Street Instructor: Jackie Bowden

Jazz-Hop Thursdays Session II: July 1-August 12 Ages 5-7 4:45-5:30pm Ages 8-12 5:30-6:15pm A fun and funky combination class of Jazz and Hip Hop dance styles! Movers explore these two energetic styles of Art & Music Studio dance. Classes will be held virtually if there is bad weather. Tues, Wed, Thurs 1-3pm July 27-29 Location: Bellingham Hill Park, Highland Street Ages 5-11 In this 3-day workshop, children Instructor: Jackie Bowden perform and compose songs while also playing art games, drawing, and painting. They switch between Art and Music to ignite their creativity. MINI MOVERS STUDIO Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street Mini Movers Studio is an on-location dance studio dedicated to bringing an array of quality dance and Instructors: Jennifer Porto & Melanie Carubia movement education to children ages 2.5-10.

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Art Around Chelsea Saturdays 11-11:40am May 15 & 22 June 5 & 12 Ages 5 -7 Explore Chelsea and learn to find the art all around you using your own art materials and a clip board. Don’t worry rain won’t get us down! Classes will be held virtually if there is bad weather. Location: Bosson Park, Bellingham Street Instructor: Kristen Leslie

NEW Draw Everything Chelsea! Saturdays 12 -12:40pm May 15 & 22 June 5 & 12 Ages 8-12 Learn to appreciate the beauty in the world around you! Explore your imagination through drawing as you connect to nature and your community. Don’t worry rain won’t get us down! Classes will be held virtually if there is bad weather. Location: Bosson Park, Bellingham Street Instructor: Kristen Leslie

The Art of Mandala and Meditation Thursday 4-5pm August 5 Ages 13+ Enjoy a relaxing hour of mandala dot painting and meditation. Complete 1-2 paintings using various dot techniques that will inspire your mathematical as well as creative side. Participants receive an Art supply list to prepare for the class. Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street Instructor: Jennifer Porto

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The Home Buying Process (English/Spanish) Thursday 6:30-7:30pm June 24 Ages 18+ Learn the basic steps to follow in the home buying process. Become a more informed consumer. A licensed real estate professional provides an overview of the steps towards purchasing a home. Pre-registration is required. Prehistoric Adventures: Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street Action, Art, & Exploration Facilitator: Carol Henriquez Tuesday-Friday 12:30-2pm July 6-9 Ages 8-10 Hundreds and even thousands of years ago, kids Knit & Crochet at Home - FREE YARN! learned skills to survive that are unfamiliar today. See what Ages 13+ w/experience life was like for ancient people by trying some of their skills Pick up a knitting kit to make yourself or a loved one a and meeting the plants and animals in their world! During beautiful yarn creation or participate in Project Linus. this 4-day program, explore outdoor activities with the staff PL’s mission is to provide a sense of security and comfort from two Harvard museums: the Peabody Museum and the through donations of handmade blankets to local children Museum of Natural History. Learn to use an atlatl (spear who are undergoing illness, and crisis. Registrants (one kit thrower) and hit a woolly mammoth target, pierce leather maximum per person) are asked to pick up the yarn at the with bone tools, and build your hunting skills by running Williams between June 14-18 from 4-8pm. down your “prey” in outdoor activities. On the last day, put your new skills to the test in a relay race against the clock. http://www.bostonprojectlinus.com Location: Voke Park, 540 Washington Avenue

Tech Goes Home (English/Spanish) Instructors: Andy Majewski & Javier Marin Thursdays 6-8pm July 1-August 19 Ages 18+ Acquire basic computer and internet skills. Sessions focus on how to find a job online, how to secure a professional email, and more. Participants can borrow a Chromebook to use during the class. After completing 15 hours of training, participants are eligible to receive their very own Chromebook! Chelsea residents ONLY who qualify. Register by June 28. Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street Instructor: Angel Del Valle

8 SUMMER VERANO 2021 Wednesdays Movie Nights July 21 - August 25 8:15pm Mary C. Burke Complex Field, 300 Crescent Avenue Bring your own blankets and snacks! Social distancing guidelines will be strictly followed. In case of inclement weather, for a cancellation notice call 617 466-5233 or check our Facebook or Instagram pages. Walk-ins are welcome. Seating space is on a first come, first served basis. Capacity limits will adhere to COVID-19 Guidelines.

SOUL July 21 CREED July 28

THE CROODS 2 August 4 SELENA August 11

KNIVES OUT August 18 BABE August 25

Presented by the Friends of Chelsea Public Library, Chelsea Recreation & Cultural Affairs Division and the Chelsea Senior Center

recreation.chelseama.gov 9 Livestream Registration begins Tuesday, May 4 at 4pm La matrícula comienza el martes 4 de mayo a las 4pm

3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER I 3 formas fáciles de matrícularse [email protected] I 617 466-5233 Monday-Friday, 4-8:30pm register.communitypass.net/Chelsea

HOW IT WORKS CÓMO FUNCIONA

Online Livestream classes are offered live at Las clases en línea en vivo se realizan en directo the advertised class time, with real-time group & en el horario anunciado, con orientación grupal e individualized guidance. individualizada en tiempo real. Online Virtual activities you can access anytime, Las actividades virtuales en línea son las que however, there are a few that have an exact day/ puedes acceder en cualquier momento, sin time when you need to access the information. embargo, hay algunas con el día y hora exacta y Each course listed in this activities guide is necesitarás información adicional. available for remote learning to anyone with Cada curso de esta guía está disponible para el access to an internet connection and any aprendizaje remoto de cualquier persona con electronic device with a microphone (laptop, conexión a internet y un dispositivo electrónico con computer, smartphone). micrófono y audio (computadora, smartphone, etc.). ZOOM: After registering for a livestream class you ZOOM: Después de registrarte en una clase en vivo will receive a link via email to join the class on recibirás un enlace por correo electrónico con el Zoom - a web-based tool that allows students the cual podrás unirte a la clase a través de ZOOM - es option of seeing an instructor via their electronic una herramienta de conexión web que permite a los device. For ESOL students who do not have a estudiantes la opción de ver a un instructor a través computer, you can call into the class on your de un dispositivo electrónico. Para los estudiantes cellphone to hear the instructor’s lesson. de ESOL que no tienen una computadora, pueden You will need to download the FREE Zoom app acceder a la clase desde su teléfono celular y to your device prior to class time. If you have escucharla. never used the app before, we recommend giving Descarga la aplicación Zoom GRATUITA en tu yourself enough time prior to class to set up, so dispositivo antes del comienzo de la clase. Si antes you are prepared for your class. If you use a cell no has utilizado la aplicación, te recomendamos phone be aware that Zoom uses data from your que hagas la configuración con tiempo para estar phone plan if you are not connected to a wireless preparado cuando comience la clase. Si usas tu network. celular, ten en cuenta que Zoom consume datos de tu plan de teléfono si no estás conectado a una red Class Supplies: We do not provide materials for online classes. inalámbrica. Materiales para la clase: No proporcionamos materiales para las clases en línea.

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NEW Fit After Fifty Tuesdays 10-10:45am June 8-July 27 Ages 55+ Low impact intermediate level. Gets your heart pumping and total muscles moving, improves balance and strength. Bring 1-3lb handweights and water. Instructor: Christine Stevens

Light and Low Pilates Wednesdays 7-7:45pm Session I: June 2-23 ARTS Session II: June 30-July 28 Beginner Guitar for Kids Ages 18+ A beginner to moderate level introduction to Mat Pilates- focus on the fundamentals in a gentle progression on Thursdays 6-6:30pm May 20-July 1 basic core sculpting. Ages 9-12 Focus on chord playing and rhythm structures Instructor: Christine Stevens through strumming, playing songs and learning about song forms and different song styles, as well as the beginning of basic music theory. Bring your own guitar and tuner. Youth Martial Arts Mondays & Thursdays 5-5:30pm May 17-July 1 Instructor: Christopher Maggio Ages 3.5-12 New or with Some Experience. Develop skills in self-defense, coordination, balance and Guitar Fundamentals strength in a well-rounded martial arts program. Study Thursdays 6:30-7pm May 20-July 1 Kempo, Ju-jitsu, light sparring techniques. Learn the history Ages 13+ Advanced Beginner & Intermediate Levels. of martial arts, how to handle stressful situations and conflict Focus on expanding the knowledge of beginner guitarists. resolution skills. Your safety is our first priority as we Advanced chord playing, basic scales and soloing structures, emphasize the five rules: Effort, Etiquette, Sincerity, Self- as well as more advanced song playing and more intricate Control and Character. music theory. Bring your own guitar and tuner. Instructor: Nathan Porter Instructor: Christopher Maggio

Ballet RISING STORM TRAINING ACADEMY is proud Wednesdays to provide the highest quality martial arts training Session I: May 12-June 16 in the area. With three existing locations, the Ages 3-5 4:45-5:30pm Rising Storm Training Academy is honored to Time to plie and jete! Learn ballet techniques and have a unique opportunity to help shape the terminology in an encouraging environment. Introduces future leaders of the Chelsea community. children to the world of ballet. Chelsea residents only. Comfortable clothes, grip socks. Instructor: Jackie Bowden

Jazz-Hop Wednesdays Session I: May 12-June 16 Ages 5-7 5:30-6:15pm Ages 8-12 6:15-7pm A fun and funky combination class of Jazz and Hip Hop dance styles! Movers explore these two energetic styles of dance. Instructor: Jackie Bowden

recreation.chelseama.gov 11 Livestream Spanish for Children Saturdays 10-10:45am June 5-26 Ages 7-10 Learn basic grammar and conversation skills through language games and activities. Develop bilingual ENRICHMENT skills and appreciation for Hispanic culture! Instructor: Yolanda Gonzales

American Red Cross Spanish Beginner Longfellow’s WHALE Tales Wednesdays 6-7:15pm June 9-July 28 SPLASH Home Version Monday June 7 Ages 15+ Develop skills in grammar, pronunciation, Group A ages 5-8 5:30-6:15pm vocabulary, spelling, and conversation. Group B ages 9-12 6:30-7:30pm Instructor: Greg Deyermenjian Ages 5-12 The American Red Cross believes that one way to help reduce drowning incidents among children is to teach Spanish Intermediate water safety education. Longfellow’s WHALE Tales helps Tues & Thurs 6:30-8pm May 18-June 3 teach children about safe behavior in, on, and around the Ages 15+ Provide ample practice in interactive conversation water. Chelsea residents only. with a special emphasis on the development of oral Instructor: Colleen Cleary ARC WSI & LGT certified proficiency. Communicate past experiences using the preterit tense and the use of por and para. American Government, History, and Instructor: Kevin Joyce Integrated Civics Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30-7:45pm May 31 & June 2 Ages 18+ Participants with good English skills. Learn the basics of American government, history, and civics. A perfect class for those wanting an introduction to how the US works as well as those beginning to think about US citizenship. Instructor: Kevin Joyce

12 SUMMER VERANO 2021 Livestream ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Livestream classes using a computer ESOL – Advanced Registrants self-select the class that is most appropriate to their Instructor: Maritza Cole skill level. For those needing access to a computer: Call 617 Thursdays 6:30-8pm I June 10-July 29 466-5233 to sign up for our Chromebook Lending Program Participants with good English skills. Practice advanced and free internet service. Receive free technical assistance conversation and build a strong vocabulary using real life throughout the course! scenarios. Writing exercises focus on compound sentences.

Attention ESOL Students ESOL – Advanced Reading & Writing In-person space is available for our ESOL students who Instructor: Maritza Cole need a quiet place to study or assistance with their technical devices. If interested, please call 617 466-5233. Mon & Wed 6:30-7:45pm I May 17-June 2 Participants with good English skills. Improve reading and writing skills through comprehension and grammar exercises. Rosetta Stone Language Lab at Home An excellent course for those who are planning to attend June 15-September 14 college or enter the workforce. English students of all levels who need a flexible schedule or additional practice. A technology-based approach to English learning using the immersion method. Students receive a temporary license to access the program from any computer, smartphone, or tablet.

English for Spanish Speakers Instructors: Maritza Cole, Yolanda Gonzales Group A Mon & Wed 6-7:15pm I June 7-July 28 Group B Tues & Thurs 6:30-7:45pm I June 8-July 29 For Spanish speakers. Slowly immerse yourself into an English language program. Learn the fundamentals of English grammar and basic reading, writing and speaking skills.

ESOL – Beginner Instructors: Yolanda Gonzales, Kevin Joyce Group A Mon & Wed 6:30-7:45pm I June 7-July 28 Group B Tues & Thurs 6-7:15pm I June 8-July 29 Participants with limited English skills. Learn basic grammar skills, sentence structure, reading skills and pronunciation. Apply grammar in both reading and writing exercises.

ESOL – Intermediate Instructors: Kevin Joyce, Greg Deyermenjian Chelsea English Language Program, managed by Chelsea Group A Mon & Wed 6:30-7:45pm I June 7-July 28 Community Schools, receives funding from the City of Chelsea with funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing Group B Tues & Thurs 6-7:15pm June 8-July 29 I and Urban Development, and the Department of Housing Participants with some English skills. Improve grammar and Community Development, Massachusetts Community skills using idioms and pronunciation. Apply grammar in Development Block Grant Program (CDBG). reading and writing exercises.

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Clases de inglés para ESOL personas de otros idiomas

Clases en vivo por computadora Inglés para Hispanoparlantes Los participantes pueden seleccionar la clase más apropiada a Instructores: Maritza Cole, Yolanda Gonzales su nivel de habilidad. Para aquellos que necesiten acceso a una Grupo A lunes & miércoles 6-7:15pm I 7 de jun-28 de jul computadora: llame al 617 466- 5233 para regístrarse en nuestro Grupo B martes & jueves 6:30-7:45pm I 8 de jun-29 de jul Programa de Préstamo de Chromebook y servicio de internet gratuito. ¡Reciba asistencia técnica gratuita duranteel curso! Hispanoparlantes. Sumérjase lentamente en un programa de inglés. Aprenda los fundamentos de gramática en inglés junto Atención estudiantes de ESOL con destrezas de lectura básica, escritura, escuchar y hablar. Tenemos disponible un espacio para los estudiantes que necesiten un lugar tranquilo para estudiar o asistencia ESOL – Básico técnica. Tendremos más información antes de comenzar las Instructores: Yolanda Gonzales, Kevin Joyce clases. Si te interesa, llama al 617 466-5233. Grupo A lunes & miércoles 6:30-7:45pm I 7 de jun-28 de jul Grupo B martes & jueves 6-7:15pm I 8 de jun-29 de jul Participantes con nivel limitado. Aprenda estructuras básicas Laboratorio de computadora Rosetta Stone de oraciones, pronunciación, lectura y destrezas de gramática. en casa Aplique gramática en lectura y escritura. 15 de junio-14 de septiembre Estudiantes de todos los niveles de inglés quienes necesiten ESOL – Intermedio un horario flexible o práctica adicional. Un acercamiento Instructores: Kevin Joyce, Greg Deyermenjian tecnológico para aprender inglés usando el método de Grupo A lunes & miércoles 6:30-7:45pm I 7 de jun-28 de jul inmersión. Los estudiantes reciben una licencia temporal con Grupo B martes & jueves 6-7:15pm I 8 de jun-29 de jul acceso al programa desde cualquier computadora, teléfono Participantes con nivel medio. Mejore sus destrezas de inteligente, o tableta. gramática usando modismos y pronunciación. Aplique gramática en lectura y escritura.

ESOL – Advanzado Instructor: Maritza Cole jueves 6:30-8pm I 10 de jun-29 de jul Participantes con conocimientos avanzados de inglés. Mejore sus destrezas de gramática usando modismos y pronunciación. Aplique gramática en lectura, escritura, y ejercicios de conversación.

ESOL – Lectura y Escritura Avanzada Instructor: Maritza Cole lunes / miércoles 6:30-7:45pm I 17 de may-2 de jun Participantes con buenas destrezas de inglés. Mejore sus destrezas de lecto-escritura mediante comprensión y ejercicios de gramática. Excelente para quienes planean asistir a la universidad o mercado laboral.

Chelsea English Language Programs, administrado por Chelsea Community Schools, recibe fondos para la Ciudad de Chelsea provistos por el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de EE. UU. y el Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Comunitario, Programa de Subsidios de Desarrollo Comunitario de Massachusetts (CDBG).

14 SUMMER VERANO 2021 Sports Leagues

Soccer Baseball CHELSEA YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE CHELSEA YOUTH BASEBALL coed: ages 5-14 coed: ages 4-18 781 215 4206 857 258 5551 [email protected] [email protected] facebook.com/chelseabaseballandsoftball MATIAS SOCCER SCHOOL coed: ages 5-17 CHELSEA R.B.I. 617 771 2147 coed: ages 13-18 www.facebook.com/juan.matias.18488 617 884 9435 [email protected] www.bgcb.org

MYSTIC UNITED FC CHELSEA SOFTBALL LEAGUE (ADULTS) coed: ages 5-17 857 251 0334 617 785 6343 www.facebook.com/chelsea.softballleague www.facebook.com/MysticUnitedFC mysticunitedFC.com Lacrosse CHELSEA UNITED FC HARLEM LACROSSE-BOSTON coed: ages 5-14 coed: 5th-12th Grade 617 314 0606 857 334 9289 www.facebook.com/chelseaunited.fc www.harlemlacrosse.org [email protected] Basketball CHELSEA YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE Football coed: ages 5-14 CHELSEA JR. RED DEVILS FOOTBALL & [email protected] CHEERLEADING www.facebook.com/chelseayouthbasketball02150 coed: ages 5-15 THE MOVEMENT 857 246 4871 coed: ages 13-21 www.facebook.com/chelsea.p.warner https://www.facebook.com/Chelsea-Summer- CHELSEA PRIDE FOOTBALL AND CHEERLEADING Leagues-The-Movement-1155603407816666 coed: 1st- 8th Grade 617 407 2092 www.facebook.com/ WANT US TO POST YOUR chelseapridefootballandcheer LEAGUE INFORMATION? [email protected] Call 617 466 4073 and we’ll include it in our program guide distributed three times a year: fall/winter, spring, and summer.

recreation.chelseama.gov 15 Get Away

EXPLORE OUTDOORS M Street Beach, South Boston Visit these beautiful, accessible, public spaces A hotspot for the area’s young adults. The locals have available by public transportation. Remember to nicknamed it “Southie Beach.” Public, Local train-/bus- accessible, Family-friendly, Food, Wheelchair accessible. social distance and wear face coverings. SWIMMING POOLS OPEN IN LATE JUNE! Vietnam Veterans Memorial BEACHES Swimming and Wading Pool Revere Beach, Revere 184 Carter, Street, Chelsea. 617-373-0402 America’s first public beach, has welcomed families, swimmers, and sand sculptors to its waterfront area since Veteran’s Memorial 1896. Every summer, Revere hosts the National Sand Swimming and Wading Pool Sculpting Festival. Local train-/bus-accessible, Family- 719 Memorial Dr., Cambridge. 617-661-0564 friendly, Good for surfing & water sports, Food (nearby), Wheelchair accessible. Latta Brothers Memorial Swimming and Wading Pool Nahant Beach Reservation, Nahant 49 Fellsway, West Somerville. 617-666-9236 On the edge of Nahant Bay is a promenade used for biking, walking, and jogging that opens up to more than four miles of seascape view. During low tide, this flat beach Mirabella Pool expands to hard-packed sandbars. Family-friendly, Good for 475 Commercial Street, Boston. 617-635-1276 surfing, Good for water sports, Food, Wheelchair accessible. LAKES Winthrop Beach, Winthrop Walden Pond The smaller and lesser known cousin of Revere Beach, Concord, MA. Walden Pond State Reservation surrounds the Winthrop Beach has its own unique charm and is usually pond. Popular activities include fishing and walking around populated by locals while Revere is left for the tourists. It’s the pond on the pleasant footpaths. If you want to go boating more rocky, but with a better view. Good for surfing & water on the pond, Paddle Boston rents and delivers canoes, sports, Good for scavenging, Wheelchair accessible. kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards.

Constitution Beach, East Boston Lake Cochituate Easy to access and a solid option for families, is a popular Natick, MA. The lake is part of Cochituate State Park, which spot for kids with lifeguard-supervised swimming, a has swimming areas, picnic tables and grills, a boat ramp, playground, and athletic courts. Public, Local train-/bus- and a scenic hiking path called the Snake Brook Trail. Natick accessible, Family-friendly, Dog-friendly (only allowed on Boathouse rents sailboats, canoes, kayaks, pedal boats, and leash on walkways), Food, Wheelchair accessible. stand-up paddleboards.

Carson Beach, South Boston Spy Pond With a nice view of the city’s skyline, it is an ideal place Arlington, MA. Spy Pond Park on the north shore has a to take advantage of Boston’s geography. The Harbor playground, a picnic area, and a boat ramp for canoes and Walk is near to enjoy nice views of Dorchester Bay on kayaks. Fish for species such as largemouth bass, yellow a peaceful walk, run, or bike. Public, Local train-/bus- perch, and bluegill. Adjacent to the pond is the Minuteman accessible, Family-friendly, Dog-friendly (only allowed on leash Bikeway, a ten-mile scenic and historic cycling trail. The Bike on walkways), Food, Wheelchair accessible. Stop in Arlington rents bicycles for use on the trail.

16 SUMMER VERANO 2021 More Activities FUN THINGS TO DO Try these wonderful summer activities to keep your kids busy, active and engaged even during Outdoor Water Games for KIds rainy days! If your kids love playing games outside, try these water games. From ice bowling, to relay races, to target practice 10 Perfect Walks for Summer with squirt guns. Here are 10 perfect strolls for soaking up the city’s sights, https://whatmomslove.com/kids/best-outdoor-water- sounds, and surroundings. Some routes are short and others activities-to-keep-kids-cool-summer/ will require a serious time commitment. https://boston.curbed.com/maps/boston-walks-warm- 13 Things to Do with your Kids on Bikes weather Summer outings that incorporate bicycles providing quality family time, plenty of exercise and connection with your local The Best Hiking near Boston community. There’s no better way to celebrate summer than by https://www.campfirecycling.com/blog/2018/06/13/13- appreciating its natural beauty. things-to-do-this-summer-with-your-kids-on-bikes https://passionsandplaces.com/2017/07/01/spend- summer-outside-the-best-hiking-near-boston/ Rainy Day Outdoor Activities for Kids Enjoy the raindrops falling on your head, the puddles to Boston’s 10 Stroller Friendliest Parks splash in, and puddles for boats to sail in. Here are 10 parks - naturally beautiful, a cinch to navigate, and easy on the wheels! https://www.verywellfamily.com/rainy-day-outdoor- activities-1257404 https://boston.curbed.com/maps/stroller-friendly-boston

recreation.chelseama.gov 17 Registration information

Summer Registration begins Tuesday, May 4 at 4pm INFORMACIÓN SOBRE LA MATRÍCULA recreation.chelseama.gov La matrícula de verano comienza el martes 4 de mayo a las 4pm 3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER 3 FORMAS FÁCILES By Email DE MATRICULARSE

1 Por correo electrónico [email protected] 1 Register anytime by email. Staff will [email protected] contact you to confirm the receipt of your Matrículese en cualquier momento enviando un registration. correo electrónico. Nuestro personal confirmará su matrícula por correo electrónico.

By Phone 2 Por teléfono Call 617 466-5233 2 Llamando al 617 466-5233 Monday-Friday, 4-8:30 pm. After hours leave Lunes-Viernes, 4-8:30 pm. Fuera de estas horas a message with your name, class, and phone puede registrarse dejando un mensaje con su number and we'll register you! nombre, clase y número de teléfono.

Register Online Matrícula en línea 3 3 register.communitypass.net/Chelsea register.communitypass.net/Chelsea You must create a CommunityPass account Para matricularse en línea debe crear una cuenta to register for courses online. en CommunityPass. Confirmations are sent via email the day La confirmación se envía por correo electrónico they are processed. el día en que se procesa.

Cancelación y cierre Cancellations and Closings Nos reservamos el derecho de cancelar o We reserve the right to cancel or discontinue classes no continuar con las clases a nuestra entera at our own discretion. Closing will be announced on: discreción. La cancelación será anunciada en: Facebook: facebook.com/chelsearecreation Facebook: facebook.com/chelsearecreation Website: recreation.chelseama.gov Website: recreation.chelseama.gov and by a recorded message by calling 617 466-5233 y en un mensaje grabado al llamar al after 2pm on weekdays. 617 466-5233 después de las 2pm en días de semana.

¡MARCA TU CALENDARIO! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Nuestra guía de actividades sale tres veces al Our Program Guide comes out 3 times a year. año. La matrícula comienza en las siguientes Course Registration begins on the following dates. fechas.

Fall•Winter September 7 Otoño•Invierno 7 de septiembre Spring January 11 Primavera 11 de enero Summer April 26 Verano 26 de abril

18 SUMMER VERANO 2021 Parks Information

Chelsea boasts 40 beautiful parks & playgrounds within 2.2 square miles of land. Spread throughout 8 districts are INFORMACIÓN SOBRE various municipal and state parks waiting to be explored LOS PARQUES and enjoyed by Chelsea residents. Check our website for updated parks & playgrounds photos. For park locations Chelsea cuenta con 40 hermosos parques infantiles y parques dentro de 2.2 millas cuadradas de tierra. En and amenities see pages 18-19. 8 distritos hay varios parques municipales y estatales que esperan ser explorados y disfrutados por los All parks remain OPEN under current residentes de Chelsea. Visita nuestra página web limitations in response to the COVID-19 para ver fotos actualizadas de los parques y áreas de juego. Más información sobre los parque y sus pandemic. servicios en las pág. 18-19. Todos los parques permanecerán THE FOLLOWING SAFETY GUIDELINES ABIERTOS bajo las limitaciones actuales REMAIN IN EFFECT en respuesta a la pandemia de COVID-19.

1. Watch Your Distance LAS SIGUIENTES DIRECTRICES DE Maintain your distance from other park users and do not SEGURIDAD PERMANECEN EN EFECTO congregate in groups. 1. Mide las distancias 2. Mask Guidance Debe mantener distancia de otros usuarios del Following recent CDC guidance (4/27/2021), face coverings parque y no congregarse en grupos are not required to be worn outside as long as physical 2. Recomendaciones sobre el uso de máscara distancing is possible. Siguiendo la actualización del CDC (27/4/2021), no se requiere el uso de cubiertas faciales en espacios 3. Wash Your Hands abiertos siempre que sea posible la distancia física. Wash & sanitize your hands before and after playground use. 3. Lávese las manos Lávese y desinfecte sus manos antes y después Important Notice: the City of Chelsea del uso de las áreas de recreo. DOES NOT sanitize playground and park Aviso importante: la ciudad de Chelsea equipment. NO desinfecta el equipo del parque ni del área de juegos. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PARA MÁS INFORMACIÓN Chelsea City Hall, Rm 100 500 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150 Chelsea City Hall, Rm 100 500 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150 617 466-4073 617 466-4073 email: [email protected] Correo electrónico: [email protected] website: recreation.chelseama.gov Página web: recreation.chelseama.gov

recreation.chelseama.gov 19 Parks Information PARKS & ATHLETIC FIELDS

1 Mary O’Malley Memorial Park 9 Garden Cemetery 16 Chelsea River Walk Commandants Way I State Shawmut Avenue I Municipal 257 Marginal St I Municipal

2 Island End Park 10 PORT Park 17 Washington Park EVERETT Hawthorn Street & Court I Municipal Marginal Street I Private Washington Avenue I Municipal REVERE Municipally Managed

3 Mystic River Overlook Park 18 Malone Park Lower End Broadway I Municipal 11 Carter Park Summit Avenue I State Carter Street I School

4 Dog Park 19 Voke Park Lower End Broadway I Municipal 12 Anita’s Garden Washington Avenue I Municipal Spruce Street I Municipal 5 Ciepela Park

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EAST BOSTON PLAYGROUNDS A O’Neil Park G Bosson Playground M Box District Park Beacon Street I Municipal Grove Street I Municipal Library Street I Municipal B Polonia Park H Bellingham Hill Park N Voke Park Tremont Street I Municipal Highland Street I Municipal Springvale Avenue I Municipal C Quigley Park I Highland Park O Creekside Common Essex Street I Municipal Willow Street I Municipal Gilooly Street I Municipal D Kayem Park J Eden Street Park P Paul A. Dever Park Fifth Street I Municipal Addison & Blossom St. I Municipal Stockton & Gilooly Streets I Municipal E Carter Playground K Ruiz Park Q Mary C. Burke Playground Carter Street I Municipal Washington Avenue I Municipal Crescent Avenue (CLOSED during F Judie Dyer Park L Mace Tot-Lot school hours) I School Spruce & Heard St. I Municipal Crescent Avenue I Municipal

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Key Code Soccer & Basketball Football MUNICIPAL Organized events require a permit. Parking Picnic Area Call 617 466 4073 for more information or apply online at: recreation.chelseama.gov  Permits  Apply for a permit Tennis Playing Fields SCHOOL For the Veterans Field at Memorial Stadium, Carter Running Track Garden Park, and Mary C. Burke Athletic Fields please call 617 466 5101

STATE To schedule organized events for Malone Park, call Benches Walking Trails Chelsea Soldiers’ Home at 617 887 7115; for Mary O’Malley Memorial Park call the Department of Conservation and Playground Water Feature Recreation at 617 626 1250 or online at: www.mass.gov/topics/parks-recreation

recreation.chelseama.gov 21 Instructors, Organizations & Staff

INSTRUCTORS Yolanda Gonzales Javier Marin has a MA from Cambridge College is a Museum Educator for the Harvard Anita Barnes and holds a certification in Bilingual Museum of Natural History. He runs family has played collegiate volleyball and Education and in foreign language programs to spread awareness and inform women's full contact football for the (Spanish K-12). others about the natural world. New England Intensity. She is also an art and drama enthusiast. Bruce Harrison Nathan Porter has over 30 years experience as a dynamic is a professional Martial Artist and Jackie Bowden leader and coach of Chelsea Youth Sports. owner of the legendary Rising Storm is the founder of Mini Movers Studio. On the field, rink, or court he focuses on Training Academy. High level Blackbelt While at Salem State University, she was sportsmanship and teamwork. in numerous Martial Arts. awarded the Creativity Award in Dance. Karlos Jeri Jennifer Porto Melanie Carubia is the local coordinator at the Chill holds a MFA in Visual Art and Education holds a MMEd from the Hartt School Foundation. A graduate from the University from Lesley University. She is an of Music in Connecticut. She is a Music of Pittsburgh with a degree in Marketing, Art Teacher at the Wright Science & Teacher at the Wright Science and he’s worked with youth for over nine years Technology Academy. Technology Academy. at the YMCA and Orange Arrow. Molly Quinn Colleen Cleary Carol Henriquez is majoring in dance at Salem State is the Aquatics Training & Operations is a licensed real estate agent with Coldwell University with a modern/contemporary Assistant at Harvard University. She Banker Residential Brokerage. She is a concentration, and pursuing a certificate oversees many operations of the retired Chelsea Public School teacher. in dance education. Aquatics Department including the Lifeguard Training & Certification. Kevin Joyce Christine Stevens has a BS in Foreign Language Education is a registered nurse and certified fitness Maritza Cole from Boston University. He teaches and personal trainer with over 40 years has a MEd from Cambridge College Spanish to high school students at a experience instructing health and and holds a certification in ABE and in local charter school. wellness classes. foreign language (Spanish K-12). Katie Laundre Angel Del Valle is a registered yoga teacher who has been ORGANIZATIONS is a Systems Analyst in the Department practicing the art for 10 years. She is a of Information Technology for the City Social Worker at the John Silber Early Chill Foundation is a nation-wide youth development of Chelsea. He enjoys sharing his tech Learning Center. skills with the Chelsea community. program whose curriculum uses board sports to teach life skills and increase Kristen Leslie self-esteem in our participants. Gregory Deyermenjian has a BFA from Massachusetts College of https://www.chill.org/ has taught English to staff at The Art and Design and is licensed to teach Fernald Center and to individuals in art in Massachusetts. private settings. He has a MEd and a MA Harvard Museum of Natural History in International Development. combines three museums of animals, Christopher Maggio plants and geology to enhance an holds a BM degree in Music Theory and understanding and appreciation of the Juan Gallego Composition from the University of natural world and the human place in it. is a long-time resident of Chelsea who has Lowell in Massachusetts. been playing tennis for a number of years, https://hmnh.harvard.edu/about- mostly recreational. He has been member museum. Andy Majewski of the Chelsea Rotary Club for 21 years. is a Museum Educator for the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology at Mini Movers Studio is a dance studio dedicated to inspiring Matthew Gallego Harvard University. He runs family movement & fun providing top notch is a student at Suffolk University. He has programs designed to get everyone instruction while instilling confidence played tennis since he was a child. He is excited about world cultures. enthusiastic about teaching the sport to and creativity in your young mover! Chelsea residents. www.minimoversstudio.com

22 SUMMER VERANO 2021 Peabody Museum of Archaeology RECREATION STAFF Laura Rodriguez and Ethnology is a Program Assistant for the Chelsea is among the oldest archaeological and Bea Cravatta Recreation & Cultural Affairs Division. ethnographic museums in the world with is the Director of the Chelsea Recreation She is pursuing a BA in Psychology at one of the finest collections of human & Cultural Affairs Division. She has the University of Massachusetts Boston. cultural history found anywhere. a MS in Recreation Administration She also works to serve Chelsea's youth https://www.peabody.harvard.edu. from the University of North Carolina and families at Excel Academy Charter at Chapel Hill and a dual BA in Social Schools. Rising Storm Training Academy Work and Elementary Education. She provides quality martial arts training was a US Peace Corps Volunteer in the Alberto Valle that helps guide students in becoming Dominican Republic from 1985-89. is a Program Assistant for the Chelsea more positive, productive, and balanced Recreation & Cultural Affairs Division. individuals in all aspects of their lives. Omar Miranda He is pursuing a BA in Business https://www.risingstormkarate.com/ is the Manager of the Chelsea Recreation Management at Providence College. In & Cultural Affairs Division. He holds a his free time, he likes to stay active and Tech Goes Home MA in Cultural Action & Management spend time with family. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose and a BA in Music from the University mission is to empower communities to of Puerto Rico. Besides music, he loves Kateryn Hernandez Menjivar access and use digital tools to overcome spending time exploring the great is a Technology Assistant for the barriers and advance lives. outdoors and fishing. Chelsea Recreation & Cultural www.techgoeshome.org Affairs Division. She holds a BS in Veronica Sosa-Dunetz Exercise and Health Sciences from the Tenacity, Inc. is the Communications Specialist for the University of Massachusetts Boston. in partnership with the Boston Parks & Chelsea Recreation & Cultural Affairs As a Chelsea resident, she loves Recreation Department, Tenacity serves Division. She has worked for more than serving her community in anyway over 4,000 Boston students annually with 20 years as a graphic designer for well possible. high quality tennis/fitness and summer known museums and press in Madrid, reading activities that impart the skills Spain and London, England. Her natural and resilience needed for youthto lead graphic sensibility brings a high level of productive, successful lives. expertise to each project. https://tenacity.org/

JOIN US! CHELSEA YOUTH COMMISSION Assist youth to implement projects and ideas that will benefit their community! Open to Chelsea residents, ages 13-20 currently enrolled in high school.

If interested, apply at: tinyurl.com/chelseayouthcommissionapply [email protected]

recreation.chelseama.gov 23 More Programs Hours of Operation may change due to COVID-19. Please confirm program details on their website

IN CHELSEA OUT OF CHELSEA Freedom Trail 44 School Street, Suite 250, Boston Apollinaire Theatre Company Outdoors 617 357-8300 189 Winnisimmet Street Arnold Arboretum www.thefreedomtrail.org 617 887-2336 125 Arborway, Boston www.apollinairetheatrecompany.com 617 524-1718 Piers Park Sailing Center www.arboretum.harvard.edu 95 Marginal Street, East Boston Carter Park CrossFit 617 561-6677 265 Carter Street Boston Common Frog Pond piersparksailing.org 617 466-2378 38 Beacon Street, Boston www.carterparkcrossfit.com 617 635-2120 www.bostonfrogpond.com Chelsea Public Library OUT OF CHELSEA 569 Broadway Boston Harbor Islands Indoors 617 466-4350 Welcome Center Boston Ballet www.chelseama.gov/public-library 191 W. Atlantic Avenue, Boston 19 Clarendon Street, Boston 617 223-8666 617 695-6950 Chelsea Senior Center www.bostonharborislands.org www.bostonballet.org 10 Riley Way 617 466-4370 Boston Public Gardens Swan Boats Boston Children’s Museum www.chelseama.gov/elder-services 4 Charles Street, Boston 308 Congress Street, Boston 617 522-1966 617 426-6500 Vietnam Veterans Memorial www.swanboats.com www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org Swimming & Wading Pool 184 Carter Street Charles River Canoe and Kayak Boston Pops-Symphony Hall 617 884-3899 15 Broad Canal Way, Cambridge 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston www.chelseama.gov/home/pages/ 617 965-5110 617 638-9345 vietnam-veterans-memorial-pool www.paddleboston.com/kendall.php groupevents.bostonpops.org/bostonpops Community Boating Inc. 21 David G. Mugar Way, Boston Boston Public Library NEXT GUIDE 617 523-1038 700 Boylston Street, Boston www.community-boating.org 617 536-5400 FALL/WINTER 2021-22 www.bpl.org Program Registration Esplanade Concerts begins Tuesday, Hatch Memorial Shell Boston Symphony September 7 at 4pm Charles River Esplanade Orchestra–Symphony Hall 47 David G Mugar Way, Boston 301 Massachusetts Avenue, Boston 617 626-1250 617 266-1492 www.bso.org PRÓXIMA GUÍA www.hatchshell.com/index.php Charlestown YMCA OTOÑO/INVIERNO Franklin Park Zoo 150 3rd Avenue, Charlestown, Boston 2021-22 1 Franklin Park Road, Boston 617 286-1220 La matrícula comienza 617 541-5466 www.ymcaboston.org/charlestown el 7 de septiembre a www.zoonewengland.org/franklin- park-zoo las 4pm Cronin Memorial Ice Skating Rink 870 Revere Beach Parkway, Revere 781 284-9491 recreation.chelseama.gov https://fmcicesports.com/rink/revere- cronin-skating-arena/

24 SUMMER VERANO 2021 More Programs Hours of Operation may change due to COVID-19. Please confirm program details on their website

Harvard Museum of Natural History Museum of Science Veronica Robles Cultural Center 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge 1 Science Park, Boston 175 William F. McClellan Highway, East 617 495-3045 617 723-2500 Boston www.hmnh.harvard.edu www.mos.org 617 308-2314 www.veronicarobles.com MetroRock Boston (Rock Climbing) New England Aquarium 69 Norman Street #9, Everett 1 Central Wharf, Boston YMCA East Boston 617 387-7625 617 973-5200 215 Bremen Street, East Boston www.metrorock.com/boston www.neaq.org 617 569-9622 www.ymcaboston.org/eastboston Museum of African American History The Institute of Contemporary Art 46 Joy Street, Beacon Hill, Boston 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston 617 725-0022 x330 617 478-3100 www.maah.org www.icaboston.org

Museum of Fine Arts The Sports Museum of New England 465 Huntington Avenue, Boston TD Garden 617 267-9300 100 Legends Way, Boston www.mfa.org 617 624-1231 www.sportsmuseum.org Our facilites will be closed May 29-31

BECOME A BOARD MEMBER June 18 Share your ideas and expertise with us! If you are interested July 2-5 in volunteering for one of Chelsea’s many boards, August 15-23 & 28 please fill out an online application: www.recreation.chelseama.gov  How do I...?  Serve as a Board Member

You can also mail or drop off a letter of interest and resume to the City Manager´s office at Chelsea City Hall, 500 Broadway, Chelsea, MA 02150 ART GALLERY 2021 CALENDAR

MARCH-MAY Matt Frank

JUNE-AUGUST Chelsea Public Schools

CHELSEA CITY HALL 500 Broadway - Chelsea, MA Phone: 617 466-4090

recreation.chelseama.gov 25 CHELSEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS FREE Summer Breakfast & Lunch Food Program

DATES AND TIMES TO BE ANNOUNCED! Can you beat your daughter in basketball or your grandfather in Agessoccer? 1 Teamsto 18 of can all generations come and grab both will take breakfastin all kinds of anddifferent lunch sports at and the games same time. Parents during the event.are allowed to come to the sites to get the food for their children!

SUPPORTED BY the Chelsea Public Schools and Aramark [email protected]

CHELSEAChelsea RECREATIONCity Hall, Rm. 100 &I 500CULTURAL Broadway, AFFAIRSChelsea, MA DIVISION 02150

617 466-4070 [email protected] recreation.chelseama.gov

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