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Nathanael B. Greene Nathanael B. Greene

Community CenterCommunity Center

32 Church Street32 Church Street

Guilford, CT 06437Guilford, CT 06437

Photo Credit: Catie Canetti

Photo Credit: Catie Canetti

UPDATED 7/1

Drive In

Friday July 24 8:30pm & Friday August 7 8:30pm

At St. Georges Church (33 Whitfield Street, Guilford CT)

For more information call Guilford Parks and Recreation at (203)453-8068.

July 24

A1 ~Aladdin~

August 7

A2 ~Frozen 2~

$10 per Car

**The Parks and Recreation Department will follow state

guidelines in accordance to COVID-19. Patrons must remain

in vehicles. A face mask is required when unable to properly

social distance and remain 6ft from other individuals**

Pre-Registration Required

Program #: 36106 A1/A2

Chalk Picture Contest: Date: Tuesday, July 14 Rain Date Thursday, July 16 Time: 11:00am

Location: Community Center

Fee: $10.00 per chalk space

Rock Painting Event:

Date: Tuesday, July 28

Time: 11:00am

Location: Chaffinch Island

Fee: $10.00 a family

Family Scavenger Hunt:

Date: Tuesday, August 4

Time: 10:30am

Location: Jacobs Beach

Fee: $10.00

Art in the Park:

Date: Wednesday, August 12

Time: 11:30am

Location: Dog Park

Fee: Free Event

Sand Castle Competition:

Date: Friday, July 24

Time: 1:00pm

Location: Jacobs Beach

Fee: $10.00 per family

Summer 2020, www.guilfordparkrec.com

Each family will receive their own 8pc Sand Castel set. Participants will be given 90 mins to create the best sand castle you can. Winners

will receive a $50 gift card to Ashley's Ice cream.

Program#: 36103-A1

All you have to do is pick a rock and a color

paint and get to work. All material will be

provided by Guilford Parks and Recreation

Staff. Please Pre-Register.

Program#: 36103-A2

Parks and Recreation Staff will have designat-

ed 8ft by 8ft squares and chalk for participants

to use. A winner will win receive a $25.00 gift

certificate to Ashley's Ice Cream.

Please pre-register. Program#: 36103-A3

This is a traditional scavenger hunt where

participants are given a list of items to retrieve

and bring back within a designated time limit.

Please pre-register with Guilford Parks and Rec

Program#: 36103-A4

Meet at the Guilford Dog Park and make your

very own dog puppet. All materials will be pro-

vided by the Park and Recreation Department.

Program#: 36103-A5

Virtual Adventureland Camp: (Ages 3-8) min 4 / 15 max

Day: Monday

Dates: July 6, 13 ,20 ,27 Time: 9:00am-9:30am Program# 36111 A1

Where: Zoom link will be provided

Instructor: Kidscapades

Fee: $30

Each week will be focused on fantastical adventures! Children will transform themselves into pirates as they go in search of treasures. Fairies

as they create beautiful fairy projects. They will tap into their inner rock star. Oh, and of course become paleontologists and dig for dinosaur fossils. Incorporated into camp are areas of art, sensory, science and games! Join us for adventures of epic proportions! A materials list and

Zoom link will be provided.

Virtual Princess Days (Ages 3-8) min. 4 / 15 max

Day: Monday

Dates: July 6, 13 ,20 ,27

Time: 10:00am-10:30am Program# 36111 A2

Where: Zoom link will be provided

Instructor: Kidscapades

Fee: $30

Every girl dreams of being a princess. Each week a different Disney Princess will be explored inside our castle walls. Everything princess

from art projects to games. Incorporated into camp are areas of art, sensory, science and games! your child loves princesses , this camp is the

perfect choice! A materials list and Zoom link will be provided.

Pee Wee Tennis (Ages 4 - 6)

Day: Monday

Dates: July 20- August 17 Time 10:15 - 11:00a.m.

Program #: 36101 A1

Where: Guilford Lakes Courts Instructor: Recreation Staff

Fee: $50

This class is a playful introduction to the game of tennis. Each participant needs to bring their own racquet.

Pee wee Fit (AGES 3 - 6)

Day: Wednesdays

Dates: July 22 - August 19 Time: 4:00 - 4:45p.m.

Program #: 36101 B1

Where: Guilford Lakes Courts

Instructor: Recreation Staff

Fee: $50

Couple healthy exercise with fun activities that foster athletic skills and social development. Learn the value of exercise while having fun!

Pee Wee Soccer (AGEs 3.5 - 5)

Day: Tuesday

Dates: July 21—August 18 Time: 9:15-10:00am-C1

10:15-11:00am-C2

Program #: 36101 C1

Where: Bittner Park Softball Field

Instructor: Recreational Staff Fee: $50

This program will teach basic fundamentals of soccer through fun games and drills in a non-competitive format. Each child is required to

bring a size 3 soccer ball. Additional dates will be added to the end of the program to make up any rainouts.


Aspiring Young Engineers Dates: August 17—21 (B1 & B2) Time: 9:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. (B1)

1:00p.m.—4:00 p.m. (B2)

Ages: B1—Grades K-2

B2—Grades 3-5

Program #: 36215 - B1/B2

Where: Community Center

Instructor: Engineering Imagination Fee: $135

Explore and experience the engaging world of “S.T.E.A.M.” (Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Math-

ematics) through the hands-n, minds-on, unique summer camps offered by engineering Imagination! In these exciting

and educational programs, participants will use a wide variety of materials in order to learn about, plan, and build

S.T.E.A.M.-related projects! LEGO challenges, model rockets, scale bridges, model roller coasters, 3-D architectural

models, from mechanics and architectural models, from mechanics and architecture, to renewable sources of energy, to rocketry and aviation, your child is sure to have a blast while learning along the way!

Summer Tae Kwon Do Day: Monday and Wednesday

Dates: July 13 - September 9

Time/Program #:6:00 - 7:30p.m. - 36206 A1 (Green/Blue/Black/Red Belts: Ages 11+ )

Where: Guilford High School Instructor: John Cuddy

Fee: 36206 A1 $125

Our 6th degree black belt instructor with extensive teaching experience will introduce techniques and strategies of

tae kwon do and karate, aikido, kung fu and other martial arts. Class will be held outside.

Girls Volleyball Camp (Grades 6—10)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 27—July 31 A1)

August 3 - August 7(A2)

9:00—11:30 am

Program #: 33122 A1/A2

Where: Jacobs Beach

Instructor: Laura (Meyer) Anastasio

Fee: $100 This camp is designed to teach volleyball in a fun and positive atmosphere.

Beginners get exposed to the game, learn the skills and have fun with the sport. More advanced players can begin to

hone their technique and comprehension of the game for the high school level and beyond.

Boys 3x LACROSSE (GRADEs 5 - 8)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 20 - July 24 Time: 10:00 - 12:00p.m. (Grades 5 - 6) 12:15 - 2:15p.m. (Grades 7 - 8) Program #: 33123 A1/ A2 Where: Jacobs Beach Instructor: Brian White Fee: $80 “3x” (pronounced “three-bye”) is a game that will develop the foundational skills athletes need to be the best lacrosse player as possible. Players will improve their skills in a 3on3 setting. Guilford boys lax coach Brian White will pro-vide an hour of instruction, then athletes will play with "3x" rules tailored to enhance game specific skills.


COOL-OLOGY CAMP WITH CLAUDIA ESPOSITO Days: Monday - Friday / July 27 - July 31 / 9:00a.m. - 11:30a.m.

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

This exciting camp opportunity introduces young children to the wonders of science and engineering through hands-on, inquiry based learning experiences sure to thrill and

delight! These STEM based lessons are geared toward capturing your child’s natural curiosi-ty while teaching important science and engineering concepts, creative and critical thinking

skills, and empathetic problem solving in a safe, fun environment.

Topics include: Chemistry (including Ooo, Ahh, Pop: Bubbles), Flight, Roller Coaster Physics, Engineer-ing Design and much more!*

*Activities and lessons are taught by professional educator Claudia Esposito, a Connecticut state certified teacher with

over 28 years experience working with children and teachers in preschool through sixth grade. Cool-ology® has presented pro-

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

Camp Hours: 8:00a.m.—4:00p.m. Dates Fee Program #

July 6 - July 10 $150 34101 C1

July 13 - July 17 $150 34101 D1

July 20 - July 24 $150 34101 E1

July 27 - July 31 $150 34101 F1

August 3 - August 7 $150 34101 G1

August 10 - August 14 $150 34101 H1

All 8 Sessions: $1,000 34101 I1

Please note: There will not be camp on Friday,

July 3rd. There will NOT be after care offered.

COVID-19 has been a challenge and has

caused for adaptions to be made with pro-

grams and camps. The Guilford Parks and

Recreation Staff has been working diligently

to provide a wonderful and safe camp oppor-

tunity for youth in grades 1-6. Maximum

enrollment will be 50 children. Please con-

tact the Guilford Parks and Recreation De-

partment at 203-453-8068 for more infor-

mation or register today

www.guilfordparkrec.com.

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SWIM LESSONS PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: FEE: $60

Preschool #1 (Age 6 month-3): Parent MUST go in water with child (No exceptions!). In this class, children will learn the basics of

swimming and become comfortable in the water. Instructors will play games with the children and instruct parents how to help their child

swim.

Preschool #2 (Age 4-5): Parents stay out of the water during the class. During this beginner class, the child will learn the

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

Level 1 Water Exploration (Ages 5-7): This class helps children start to swim for longer distances. Level 1 is designed to help

the swimmers learn the different swimming strokes. The children will learn how to float and tread as well as go completely

under the water.

Level 2 Primary Skills (Ages 6-8): This class is for swimmers that can swim alone or are almost able to swim by

themselves. They should need minimal help and should be able to float on their fronts and backs by themselves. They will also learn

floating and treading techniques. This class is designed to help with independence in the water.

Level 3 Stroke Readiness (Ages 8-10): The swimmers in this class must be able to independently swim 15 yards of the swimming area.

They will learn to swim freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke and have introductions into

breaststroke, butterfly and sidestroke. The swimmers will be in the deeper water learning how to dive.

Level 4 Stroke Development (Ages 8-11): This class is done entirely in the deep lap lane. Students must be

comfortable in deep water and should know freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke and some of butterfly,

breaststroke and sidestroke. This class helps refine the strokes and improve on their technique.

Level 5 Stroke Refinement/Level 6 Skill Proficiency (Ages 11 and up): Done entirely in the lap lane, this is a

combined class where the student knows all of the strokes and is comfortable in deep water. In this class, the student will refine

their skills and work on endurance by swimming long distance.

Time July 20-July 30 Aug 3-Aug 13

9:00-9:30am Level 2

#33203 A1

Level 4

#33204-A1

9:35-10:05am Level 4

#33203-A2

Level 3

#33204-A2

10:10-10:40am Preschool #2

#33203-A3

Level 1

#33204-A3

10:45-11:15am Level 1

#33203-A4

Preschool #2

#33204-A4

11:25-11:55am Preschool #1

#33203-A5

Level 5/6

#33204-A5

12:15-12:45pm Level 3

#33203-A6

Level 2

#33204-A6

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


Fitness Programs Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

Spring/Summer 2020,

Located at: Bittner

Park

Programs in yellow - You Tube Instructor sends link for participant to do anytime

Programs in green - Zoom Instructor sends Zoom information. Program held

at time indicated above.

Fees: Vary by program

TIME MONDAY

July 13—Sept. 28

TUESDAY

July 14-Sept. 29

WEDNESDAY July 15– Sept. 30

THURSDAY July 16-October 1

FRIDAY July 17– October 2

SATURDAY July 11– August 29

6:30-7:15 AM

Sunrise Yoga

(Gaynor)32110 A1

(5 weeks @ $35)

H.I.I.T.

32402 A1 (Hetrick)

Sunrise Yoga

(Gaynor) 32110 A2

(5 weeks @ $35)

Step (Hetrick)

32402 A2

Extreme Strength

32402 A3 (Hetrick)

8:30-10:00 AM

Cardio Tone

32407 A2 (Canetti)

Yoga @ Jacobs Beach

32113 A1 Creamer)

9:00-9:45AM

Yoga Fusion

(Beale) 32108 A6

Yoga Fusion

(Beale) 32108 A5

9:00-10:00 AM

Cardio Tone @ Jacobs Beach

(Canetti) 32405 A1

Essentrics

(Armstrong)

32411 A1

Cardio Tone @ Jacobs Beach

(Canetti) 32405 A2

Essentrics

(Armstrong)

32411 A2

Triple Play

(Valentino)

32404 A3

10:00-10:45 AM

Yoga Fusion

32108 A3 (Beale)

10:00-11:00AM

Deep Gentle Yoga

32108 A1 (Beale)

Slow Flow Yoga

32108 A2 (Beale)

Slow Flow Yoga

32108 A4 (Beale)

Yoga 32117 A1 (Gaynor)

5:30-7:00p.m.

Deep Gentle Yoga

32108 A8 (Beale)

4:00-5:00p.m.

Yoga 32117 A3 (Gaynor)

5:30-7:00p.m.

6:00-7:00 PM

4 * 4 (Hetrick)

32409 A1

Kickboxing (Hetrick)

32409 A2

Yoga Mini Series:8-9:30am (Creamer)

Sept 5-Oct 3

Fee:$50 #32113 A1

*Bring a blanket, lawn chair and food and enjoy an evening of music either

on the Green or at (NEW) Jacobs Beach

*Rain location for all concerts is at Community Center

On the Guilford Green Sunday, August 9 6:30-8:00p.m.

ScarBorough Fair-Simon & Garfunkel Tribute

This duo is an amazing reproduction of the smooth vocals of Simon & Garfunkel. “Old Friends,” “Feeling Groovy,” “Scarborough Fair,” “Bridge Over Troubled

Water” are among the hits they will perform.

Sunday, August 16 6:30-8:00p.m.

70’s Rock & Roll Road Show

This group expertly performs hits from the 1970’s.

The vocals & tight instrumentals reflect the amazing

music from that era.


The Doobie Brothers

This tribute has been considered the best Doobie Brothers tribute band in the country. Songs inclue “China Groove,” “Long Train

Runnin,” “Natural Thing,” “Black Water” & MORE!


Fast Lane-Eagles Tribute

This amazing group will accurately perform Eagles hits including “Hotel California,” “Peaceful Easy Feel-ings,” “Tequila Sunrise,” and many more great hits!


GUILFORD EVENTS SCHEDULE

At Jacobs Beach - Seaside Avenue

Thursday, August 6 5:30-7:00p.m Muddy Rudders

Entertaining the Connecticut shoreline with the best British and American tunes from the '60s, '70s and beyond!

Thursday, August 13 5:30-7:00p.m.

Leaf Jumpers Playing the rock hits of the 90’s through today, Leaf Jump-ers mix all of your favorite hits with their own modern origi-

nals to put on a great show every time!

Thursday, August 20 5:30-7:00pm Take Two and Call Me in the Morning

Vocally driven classic rock songs from the 60s to the 2000’s

**The Parks and Recreation Department will follow state

guidelines in accordance to COVID-19.

**Beach capacity is limited during this time.

**Patrons must wear a mask and practice proper social

distancing.

For more information, please contact

Guilford Parks and Recreation at 203-453-8068.

CONCERTS ARE ON AT THE BEACH!


NEW TO TOWN: Come in and find out what we have to offer. We have

programs, classes, trips, and facilities for all ages. We will be happy to make an

appointment to show you around and explain any program of interest to you.

We look forward to meeting you!

PAYMENT: Payment must be made in full at the time of registration. There

is a $30 charge for all checks returned by the bank. Programs are not prorat-

ed. Donations received will go to the Florence Chittenden Scholarship Fund

to help a needy child go to summer day camp. Non-Residents must add an

additional $10 per participant per program.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: If school is canceled due to inclement weather,

programs scheduled between 7:00am and 11:00am are

cancelled. A decision to cancel after 11:00am will be at the discretion of the

Parks and Recreation Director and will be announced on the weather line

(203)453-8134, www.guilfordparkrec.com and on

Channel 3,8 and 30. If school is delayed, programs/activities scheduled before

10:30am will be canceled.

REFUND POLICY: Since programs are self-supporting and commitments

need to be made to instructors and staff, the following is the department’s

refund policy. Please read carefully before registering for a program.

• A full refund will automatically be given for any program cancelled by the

Department.

• A partial refund may be given when requested in writing up to one week

prior to the start of a program.

• Once the decision has been made to run a particular program, no refund will

be given unless there is a medical emergency and a doctor’s note must be pro-

vided.

No refunds will be given for any used portion of a program.

INCLUSION POLICY: The Recreation Department intends to comply

with the A.D.A. regulations. Participation in many of our non-adaptive pro-

grams is possible for those with special needs. Our programs and services are

designed to be consistent with the principles of inclusion, natural supports,

normalization, and least restrictive environments. We request advance notice

to ensure that any needed personalized accommodations will be met.

SCHOLARSHIP: Scholarships are available for all programs based on eligi-

bility, please inquire.

OOPS!: We apologize in advance for any mistake you may find in this bro-

chure. Due to the continuous program information updates, rescheduling

issues, as well as other circumstances, some information is subject to change

or errors may occur.

NOTE: All costs associated with the printing and mailing of this brochure are

covered by program fees.

MAKEUP CLASSES: Every effort will be made to makeup any cancelled

class date. However, due to extenuating circumstances, this is not always pos-

sible. We apologize for any inconvenience. No refunds will be given.

PARTICIPATION: Participants may only attend the day and time of the

program for which they are registered. Only persons registered in a

program may participate in that program.

CANCELLATION POLICY: We reserve the right to set a minimum and

maximum for each program and to cancel any program due to low enrollment

or weather conditions. One week prior to a program start date a decision will

be made to cancel or run the program.


STAFF DIRECTORY

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Staff Title Email

Rick Maynard Parks & Recreation Director [email protected]

Ellen Clow Recreation Supervisor [email protected]

Terry Holland-Buckley Senior’s Program Coordinator [email protected]

Tony Annicelli Park Foreman [email protected]

Taryn Erb Program Coordinator [email protected]

Connor Negri Program Coordinator [email protected]

Patti Haggerty Office Assistant [email protected]

Nancy Matyasovsky Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Jennifer Knight Receptionist [email protected]

Todd Rake Custodian [email protected]

PARKS AND RECREATION

COMMISSION MEMBERS

Rose Dostert, Chairman

Claire Kinkade-Dunn, Vice Chairman

Mark Coppola

John Jagielski

Tara Hunt-Melvin

Suzanne McDermott

Lawrence Rooney

Diane VanSteenbergen

Kathy Stewart, Secretary

Commission meetings are held the first Monday of

each month at 6:30p.m. at the Community Center.

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center

Office Hours: Monday through Friday

32 Church Street

8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Guilford, CT 06437

Phone: (203) 453-8068

Fax: (203) 453-8456

Weather Line: (203) 453-8134

www.guilfordparkrec.com

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