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Thursday November 21, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 6-10)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Pastels - Pastels Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 10-17)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Handbells - TR Handbells
Ding! Dong! Participants will work with volunteers to learn to play holiday songs with handbells. We’ll perform these songs at different venues and events. Each person will be given a bell (equivalent to one music note) and prompted to play at the designated times to create the song. There will be 45 minutes of practice and 15 minutes of music activities. Mara Weed will be returning to help lead The Snowbells!  Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Middle School Hangout - M.S. Hangout - Fall 2024
Grades:  7 & 8    Drop-in on Thursdays              Winter/Spring 2025 SESSION meets every other Thursday night 6:00pm-8:00pm 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/24, 5/22 (snacks included)Special Event nights: 1/23 Early drop-in 1:30PM-5:00PM 2/20 PJ’s, Muffins & a movie 6:00PM-8:30PM 5/8 Nacho Libre Night 6:00-8:30pmCost: $25.00 Fall datesStop by with your friends on Thursday nights to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games or just hangout! No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the whole Fall season.Teens are welcome to bring food including their choice of dinner, just be conscious of nuts please  
Yellow House
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    The Great Turkey Hunt - The Great Turkey Hunt 2024
Gobble Gobble! It’s time for Cheshire’s annual Turkey Hunt sponsored by Wallingford Chick-fil-A! This program is only open to Cheshire residents. Participants must pre-register for this program that will have you following clues to various locations around Cheshire. Participants will be emailed the clues at the start of the event, or you can request a printed copy to pick up at the Youth Center. Clues will lead to several turkeys and one chicken that are set up at parks and landmarks around town. If you find a laminated turkey, bring it to the Youth Center to trade it in for a gift basket, courtesy of Chick-fil-A in Wallingford. Only one turkey can be turned in per group. As each prize is claimed, we will post the location it was found to our Facebook page and will email all participants once all prizes are claimed. Register by 4:00 p.m. on 11/21/2024 to receive your clues and don't forget to bring a flashlight!
Public Spaces Around Cheshire
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
Friday November 22, 2024
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM    Skyhawks Sports Academy & SuperTots Sports Academy - Multi-SportTots: 2 yr olds (Fall 2024)
SuperTots Sports Academy Programs SuperTots Programs focus on physical development, coordination, and motor skills in a fun and engaging sport-based environment. SuperTots: Multi-SportTotsGive your little superstar an awesome first step into sports with Multi-SportTots! This class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand/eye coordination, fitness, sport skills and child development. In this program we cover baseball, basketball and soccer. We spend two weeks on each sport so it's an individual sport focus per class, not all three sports in one 45 minute class. Parent participation is required for ages 2 & 3. Skyhawks Sports Academy Programs"TEACHING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS"Check back for Skyhawks programs for aspiring athletes ages 5-12 soon!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM    Skyhawks Sports Academy & SuperTots Sports Academy - Multi-SportTots: 3 yr olds (Fall 2024)
SuperTots Sports Academy Programs SuperTots Programs focus on physical development, coordination, and motor skills in a fun and engaging sport-based environment. SuperTots: Multi-SportTotsGive your little superstar an awesome first step into sports with Multi-SportTots! This class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand/eye coordination, fitness, sport skills and child development. In this program we cover baseball, basketball and soccer. We spend two weeks on each sport so it's an individual sport focus per class, not all three sports in one 45 minute class. Parent participation is required for ages 2 & 3. Skyhawks Sports Academy Programs"TEACHING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS"Check back for Skyhawks programs for aspiring athletes ages 5-12 soon!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM    Skyhawks Sports Academy & SuperTots Sports Academy - Multi-SportTots: 4 & 5 yr olds (Fall 2024)
SuperTots Sports Academy Programs SuperTots Programs focus on physical development, coordination, and motor skills in a fun and engaging sport-based environment. SuperTots: Multi-SportTotsGive your little superstar an awesome first step into sports with Multi-SportTots! This class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand/eye coordination, fitness, sport skills and child development. In this program we cover baseball, basketball and soccer. We spend two weeks on each sport so it's an individual sport focus per class, not all three sports in one 45 minute class. Parent participation is required for ages 2 & 3. Skyhawks Sports Academy Programs"TEACHING LIFE SKILLS THROUGH SPORTS"Check back for Skyhawks programs for aspiring athletes ages 5-12 soon!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Pokemon & Video Game Club (Gr. 4-6) - Pokemon & Video Game Club - Fall 2024
Pokemon & Video Gamers ClubGrades:  4 - 6Fridays:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $25.00 per session   Dinner & snack included with fee. Join us at the Yellow House this Winter and Spring for a twist on our original Pokémon Club. Hang out with other Pokémon and Video Game fans. We’ll have themed nights that include board games & trivia, movie nights, occasional Switch Battles, themed crafts, snacks and more!   Space is limited to 25 students per session. Winter 2025 Session Dates:February 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stSpring 2025 Session Dates:April 11th & 25thMay 9th & 23rd
Yellow House
 
Saturday November 23, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Sat 7AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 3 @ Team 1
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side A
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 2 @ Team 4
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side B
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Zumba - Zumba: Fall II 2024 Sat
Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 3 @ Team 4
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Poinsettia
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Fall II 2024 Sat
A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 2 @ Team 1
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 1-2)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 6 @ Team 5
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
12:15 PM - 1:45 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 3-5)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Yellow House Weekend Events - Pancakes, PJ's & Oversized Games (Gr. 6-8)
Youth Center - Main Room
 
Sunday November 24, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Monday November 25, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM    R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E 2024 Fall Session
After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.
Yellow House
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 2-4)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Bergamo's Youth Fitness - Bergamo's Youth Fitness (Fall II 2024)
This youth and teen fitness program aims to provide today’s young athletes with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in any sports setting. Classes will consist of exercises and drills designed to improve speed and agility, muscular strength and function, and neuromuscular control, as well as reducing the risk of injury both on and off the field. Athletes who join will not only see an increase in their physical abilities, but also in their abilities to overcome challenges and push past their own limits.Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Oil Painting - Intro to Oil Painting
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Puppy & Beginner Fall II 2024
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Puppy & Beginner Fall II 2024 11/25/24 Drop-In
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 3-6)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
7:15 PM - 8:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Novice & Open Fall II 2024
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:15 PM - 8:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Novice & Open Fall II 2024 11/25/24 Drop In
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Tuesday November 26, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Tue 6AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
Wednesday November 27, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Wed 9AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors November 2024 (4:30 pm)
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice November 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors November 2024 (6 pm)
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM    Crochet Club 4 Kids - Crochet Club Fall Session (No Kit/Yarn Only)
Crochet Club 4 Kids     Ages 10-14 years old  Meets Wednesdays           6:15-7:45pmEvening club for youth interested in learning to crochet, or for those that already know how to and enjoy the art. Group will meet weekly and will work on various projects. A light snack is also included with cost.$40.00 Fee includes Crochet kit with starter hooks & yarn.$30.00 Fee yarn only, you bring your own hooks.  Club is limited to 12 participants per session
Yellow House
 
Saturday November 30, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
Sunday December 1, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Monday December 2, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced (AM)
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques (PM)
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM    R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E 2024 Fall Session
After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.
Yellow House
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 2-4)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Bergamo's Youth Fitness - Bergamo's Youth Fitness (Fall II 2024)
This youth and teen fitness program aims to provide today’s young athletes with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in any sports setting. Classes will consist of exercises and drills designed to improve speed and agility, muscular strength and function, and neuromuscular control, as well as reducing the risk of injury both on and off the field. Athletes who join will not only see an increase in their physical abilities, but also in their abilities to overcome challenges and push past their own limits.Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Oil Painting - Intro to Oil Painting
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Puppy & Beginner Fall II 2024
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Puppy & Beginner Fall II 2024 12/2/24 Drop-In
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 3-6)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
7:15 PM - 8:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Novice & Open Fall II 2024
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:15 PM - 8:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Novice & Open Fall II 2024 12/2/24 Drop In
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Tuesday December 3, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Tue 6AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Medicare Made Clear - Medicare Made Clear - 12/3/24
Come join us for our free Medicare Made Clear meetings. Learn about all the parts of medicare in a laid back, educational atmosphere.No sales tactics or pressure allowed. Instructor, Michael Bush, will cover the enrollment periods, how to avoid penalties, coverage options and much more. Bring your questions and have your friends register too!
Youth Center - Tabor Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Watercolor - Gouache & Watercolor
Classical Watercolor - Beginner students will work from an image provided by the instructor. Continuing students should bring a color image of their choice to work on. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, learning both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Drawing experience is preferable. Personal help is provided to each student. The class goal is for each student to produce a lovely painting in a relaxing art experience. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks)  Exploring Watercolor - Adventure continues! This class will continue to explore the many joys of painting with watercolor. Each session will include a short demo to get us warmed up and suggestions for paintings which will the span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference materials or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Any level of experience is welcome and encouraged. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques such as wash, dry brush, masking, wet on wet, wet on dry. We will be primarily focusing on landscapes (but students are encouraged to work on anything which interests them). We will be learning color mixing and employing a variety of methods frequently used in watercolor while having fun and playing with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 11/26 Gouache and Watercolor - Did you know that watercolor and gouache can be used together? They actually play very well together. Students will discover the advantages and characteristics of the two mediums while exploring different techniques including dry brush, wet on wet, wet on dry, glazing, underpainting and blending. We will also get into color theory and composition. Class begins each week with a demo/warm up, and moves into independent work time with the instructor. Students have the option of bringing in their own reference materials or using the reference provided. Focus will be primarily on landscape and natural subjects. All levels of experience welcome and encouraged. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) no class 11/26
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Oil Painting - Advanced Oil Painting (AM)
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor
Classical Watercolor - Beginner students will work from an image provided by the instructor. Continuing students should bring a color image of their choice to work on. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, learning both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Drawing experience is preferable. Personal help is provided to each student. The class goal is for each student to produce a lovely painting in a relaxing art experience. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks)  Exploring Watercolor - Adventure continues! This class will continue to explore the many joys of painting with watercolor. Each session will include a short demo to get us warmed up and suggestions for paintings which will the span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference materials or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Any level of experience is welcome and encouraged. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques such as wash, dry brush, masking, wet on wet, wet on dry. We will be primarily focusing on landscapes (but students are encouraged to work on anything which interests them). We will be learning color mixing and employing a variety of methods frequently used in watercolor while having fun and playing with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 11/26 Gouache and Watercolor - Did you know that watercolor and gouache can be used together? They actually play very well together. Students will discover the advantages and characteristics of the two mediums while exploring different techniques including dry brush, wet on wet, wet on dry, glazing, underpainting and blending. We will also get into color theory and composition. Class begins each week with a demo/warm up, and moves into independent work time with the instructor. Students have the option of bringing in their own reference materials or using the reference provided. Focus will be primarily on landscape and natural subjects. All levels of experience welcome and encouraged. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) no class 11/26
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM    Oil Painting - Advanced Oil Painting (PM)
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Fall 2024
Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Cartooning - Cartooning
Cartooning - Learn to draw original cartoon characters through shapes, letters, and numbers, and by drawing from animal toys and photo references. Students will develop an animal character based on themselves and will create comic strips based on popular animal tales and on animals in the news. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class 11/26
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Sewing (Kids) - Sew by Hand (Gr 1-3)
Sew by Hand - Bunnies, bears, and birds, oh, my!  Create your own menagerie of stuffed animals sewn by hand with felt. Learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches, adding embellishments like buttons, beans and bling.  Then sew together colorful animals and fantastical creatures. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class: 11/26Sew EasyYes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Kids will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Begin machine sewing by tracing simple lines on thick fabric, learning how to sew forward and backwards. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and soft felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, fancy stitches and bling! Projects will include pin cushions, small pillows, LOTS of stuffed animals, bags and more. You’ll be speeding along in no time! Bring a snack. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:06 PM    Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques
Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/26Watercolor Fun - Learn different techniques and create several works of art in this Instructor lead step-by-step watercolor workshop. Techniques will include methods to create texture, drawing with the brush and oil pastel resist to create beautiful works of art that showcase landscapes, still life and abstract themes. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
Wednesday December 4, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Wed 9AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Fundamentals of Drawing
Fundamentals of Drawing - In this class you will learn about basic perspective, the relationships of objects to each other, how to energize a drawing by use of light and dark dynamics, how to explore different drawing instruments to achieve various effects, how to best express volume and how to work with outlines alone. This class is for beginner and intermediate students. Instructor: Thelma Appel (6 weeks) No class 11/27   Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/29
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Acrylic Painting - The Art in Painting
The Art of Painting - In this class we will analyze the basics of organizing pictorial space to create a coherent painting. We will master painting in acrylics by learning how to mix primary colors and dilute with white to show contrast between loud and muted values. We will use still-life models and photographs and study Old Master paintings for reference. Ultimately, we will create a unique and dynamic work of art. Instructor: Thelma Appel (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
2:45 PM - 4:15 PM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Sewing (Ages 7-17)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Walking Club - TR Walking Club Fall 2024
Keep moving! Walk, talk and enjoy some light exercise with friends. For the fall we’ll gather at the main parking lot at Lock 12. This group has a great time no matter where we walk. We average 1.5-2 miles per walk and it goes by fast with all the talking and laughing! Don’t miss out on the fun!Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
CHS - Lobby
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun (Gr K-1) Jocelyn
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun (Gr K-1) Megan
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy (Gr 4-6)
Sew by Hand - Bunnies, bears, and birds, oh, my!  Create your own menagerie of stuffed animals sewn by hand with felt. Learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches, adding embellishments like buttons, beans and bling.  Then sew together colorful animals and fantastical creatures. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class: 11/26Sew EasyYes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Kids will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Begin machine sewing by tracing simple lines on thick fabric, learning how to sew forward and backwards. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and soft felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, fancy stitches and bling! Projects will include pin cushions, small pillows, LOTS of stuffed animals, bags and more. You’ll be speeding along in no time! Bring a snack. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM    Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - WINTER 2024-25
3rd-6th Gradersheld on Wednesday evenings at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.(group is limited to 20 kids)(group is limited to 20 kids)
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 10 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM    Crochet Club 4 Kids - Crochet Club Fall Session (Includes Kit)
Crochet Club 4 Kids     Ages 10-14 years old  Meets Wednesdays           6:15-7:45pmEvening club for youth interested in learning to crochet, or for those that already know how to and enjoy the art. Group will meet weekly and will work on various projects. A light snack is also included with cost.$40.00 Fee includes Crochet kit with starter hooks & yarn.$30.00 Fee yarn only, you bring your own hooks.  Club is limited to 12 participants per session
Yellow House
 
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM    Crochet Club 4 Kids - Crochet Club Fall Session (No Kit/Yarn Only)
Crochet Club 4 Kids     Ages 10-14 years old  Meets Wednesdays           6:15-7:45pmEvening club for youth interested in learning to crochet, or for those that already know how to and enjoy the art. Group will meet weekly and will work on various projects. A light snack is also included with cost.$40.00 Fee includes Crochet kit with starter hooks & yarn.$30.00 Fee yarn only, you bring your own hooks.  Club is limited to 12 participants per session
Yellow House
 
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM    Sewing (Adults & Teens) - Let's Get Sewing
Let’s Get Sewing - Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating and troubleshooting. Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags and items for the home such as pillow covers or table runner.  All supply fees included in the cost. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 9 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Reserved Youth Center - Tabor Room
 
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Thursday December 5, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 6-10)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Pastels - Pastels Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 10-17)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Handbells - TR Handbells
Ding! Dong! Participants will work with volunteers to learn to play holiday songs with handbells. We’ll perform these songs at different venues and events. Each person will be given a bell (equivalent to one music note) and prompted to play at the designated times to create the song. There will be 45 minutes of practice and 15 minutes of music activities. Mara Weed will be returning to help lead The Snowbells!  Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Middle School Hangout - M.S. Hangout - Fall 2024
Grades:  7 & 8    Drop-in on Thursdays              Winter/Spring 2025 SESSION meets every other Thursday night 6:00pm-8:00pm 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/24, 5/22 (snacks included)Special Event nights: 1/23 Early drop-in 1:30PM-5:00PM 2/20 PJ’s, Muffins & a movie 6:00PM-8:30PM 5/8 Nacho Libre Night 6:00-8:30pmCost: $25.00 Fall datesStop by with your friends on Thursday nights to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games or just hangout! No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the whole Fall season.Teens are welcome to bring food including their choice of dinner, just be conscious of nuts please  
Yellow House
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
Friday December 6, 2024
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Friday Night Shenanigans - TR Friday Night Holiday Gift Making Fall 2024
Who doesn't want to go out on a Friday night? Sign your child up to get together with friends and staff to hang out and have fun. It also gives parents/caregivers time to go out or just relax at home. Parents/Caregivers are responsible for all transportation.Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Friday Night Shenanigans - TR Friday Night Holiday Gift Making Fall 2024
Who doesn't want to go out on a Friday night? Sign your child up to get together with friends and staff to hang out and have fun. It also gives parents/caregivers time to go out or just relax at home. Parents/Caregivers are responsible for all transportation.Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Tabor Room
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Pokemon & Video Game Club (Gr. 4-6) - Pokemon & Video Game Club - Fall 2024
Pokemon & Video Gamers ClubGrades:  4 - 6Fridays:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $25.00 per session   Dinner & snack included with fee. Join us at the Yellow House this Winter and Spring for a twist on our original Pokémon Club. Hang out with other Pokémon and Video Game fans. We’ll have themed nights that include board games & trivia, movie nights, occasional Switch Battles, themed crafts, snacks and more!   Space is limited to 25 students per session. Winter 2025 Session Dates:February 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stSpring 2025 Session Dates:April 11th & 25thMay 9th & 23rd
Yellow House
 
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM    First Friday Art Games - First Friday Art Games - December
First Friday Art Games - Take a break after your work week and meet up with other adults the first Friday of each month to play art games that will boost your drawing skills and increase your creativity in a fun, low-pressure, party-like atmosphere. Art games can be the start of getting into a creative routine and being playful can be a boon to getting out of a creative rut. Potluck snacks are encouraged! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
Saturday December 7, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Sat 7AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 2 @ Team 1
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side A
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 4 @ Team 3
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side B
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 3 @ Team 2
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Mouse
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 4 @ Team 5
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM    Trail Trekkers - Trail Trekkers: Saturday, 12/7/24 at 10:00 a.m.
"WALK JUST FOR THE HEALTH OF IT"Our Mission: To promote healthy lifestyles for all ages by providing a variety of interesting walking events in the Cheshire area with opportunities for education, socialization and exploration. Our Goal: To provide venues for all trekkers to connect and socialize at our walking events, while group leaders present interesting topics during walks. Walks are scheduled on the first Saturday and third Wednesday of each month. In case of inclement weather, the Parks & Recreation Department will announce the cancellation no sooner than 24 hours in advance, but usually a few hours before the walk. In case of a cancellation due to inclement weather, whenever possible, the makeup will be held at the same time, day of the week and location the following week. Occasionally, makeups will not be possible. Preregister to attend each walk and receive updates on specific meeting location and any changes to the schedule via email. Participants should dress for the day's weather, wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. Sunscreen and bug spray are suggested. If you have binoculars, you may want to bring them too! "THE BEST TRAIL MIX OF ALL...CHESHIRE'S!!!"Upcoming Events: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.Location: Sessions Woods, BurlingtonLeader: Peter Picone, Wildlife Biologist with CT DEEPNotes: We are excited to be led on another walk with Peter Picone, Wildlife Biologist! This time he'll be taking us on a walk around Sessions Woods in Burlington. Unfortunately, there is no transportation available for this walk. Parking is available on site at 341 Milford Street, Burlington.  Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.Stay tuned for updates on this event. 
Cheshire Academy
 
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 1-2)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 6 @ Team 1
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
12:15 PM - 1:45 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Skills (Gr 3-5)
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM    LEGO Creators Club - LEGO Club Fall 2024 Session
Do you love all things LEGOS? Lego Creators Club is open to boys and girls who like to build and meet fellow Lego fans.  Kids  will have a chance to free build, play games, and participate in fun team challenges.  Cost: $25.00 (includes snack) Saturdays 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.Winter 2025 Session Dates:Grades 3 & 4 (group is limited to 18 kids)meets on 1st & 3rd of the monthJanuary 4th & 18thFebruary 1st & 15thMarch 1st & 15th Spring 2025 Session Dates:  Grades 2 - 4(group is limited to 18 kids)meets weekly (does not meet on 4/19)April 5th, 12th , 26th May 3rd, 10th & 17th 
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
Sunday December 8, 2024
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Stained Glass - Stained Glass Moravian Star (AM)
Stained Glass - This beginning course will teach you the basic steps of cutting, grinding, foiling and soldering your very own stained glass project. Students will choose from one of the designs and create from a colorful selection of glass. Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)Moravian Star - Learn the basic techniques for cutting glass and assembling this intricate Moravian star ornament. Create a 3-D piece of art with your choice of colors. Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)Mosaic Ball Ornament - Create your own mosaic ball ornament! In this workshop, we will discuss the process of mosaicing a 3D project - cutting glass, adhering, grouting and finishing the ornament. With lots of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll bring home a unique piece you will treasure. Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM    Holiday Ornaments - Felted Holiday Ornaments
Felted Holiday Ornaments - Create a unique felted ornament - choose from either a ball or a sculpted 3D object - to adorn your Christmas tree! Select your style and pick a theme...snowmen, elves, costumes, animals, holly, and all things winter whimsy! You'll learn how to use a special barbed needle and colorful wool fibers to bring your creation to life. Makes a great gift with a handmade touch!  This workshop is suitable for both beginners and those with some felting experience. Instructor: Robin McCahill (1 day)Paper Holiday Ornaments - Using paper punches, we will cut out designs from used greeting cards that will then be folded and assembled into one of a kind ornaments perfect for stocking stuffers, hostess gifts or embellishing packages. Bring your old greeting cards or other printed cardstock or use what is supplied. Instructor: Kim Wantroba (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM    Felting - Felted Winter Scene
Felted Winter Scene - Create a special felted winter scene with snowmen, holly, trees, animals and all things winter! Learn how to use a special barbed needle and colorful wool fibers to bring your creation to life. Makes a great gift with your handmade touch!  This workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some felting experience. Instructor: Robin McCahill (1 day)Needle Felted Bird - Students will enjoy creating a three-dimensional, life-size song bird from colorful wool. Come refine your skills and learn the technique of dry-felting with a special barbed needle. Instruction will include blending colors, designing wings and adding some finishing details. This fun sculpture workshop is for beginners and those with experience. Instructor: Robin McCahill (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Annual Winter Wonderland - Winter Wonderland 2024
No registration required! All are invited to this Town-wide celebration.  Kick off the holiday cheer with the magic of our Annual Winter Wonderland at Bartlem Park! All are welcome at the celebration and it's an event you won't want to miss! Keep checking this site for updates and a schedule of events which will be posted in November. Current activities include Hot Chocolate, Cookies, Family Photo Station, DJ, Crafts & Activities.
Bartlem Park
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Monday December 9, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced (AM)
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques (PM)
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM    R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E 2024 Fall Session
After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.
Yellow House
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Bergamo's Youth Fitness - Bergamo's Youth Fitness (Fall II 2024)
This youth and teen fitness program aims to provide today’s young athletes with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in any sports setting. Classes will consist of exercises and drills designed to improve speed and agility, muscular strength and function, and neuromuscular control, as well as reducing the risk of injury both on and off the field. Athletes who join will not only see an increase in their physical abilities, but also in their abilities to overcome challenges and push past their own limits.Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Oil Painting - Intro to Oil Painting
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Puppy & Beginner Fall II 2024
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:15 PM - 7:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Puppy & Beginner Fall II 2024 12/9/24 Drop-In
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:15 PM - 8:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Novice & Open Fall II 2024
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:15 PM - 8:10 PM    Dog Training Lessons - Novice & Open Fall II 2024 12/9/24 Drop In
Two levels of Dog Training Lessons led by Phil Huntington & John Jalbert in consultation with Bruce Giannetti! All trainers new to Parks & Recreation lessons should start in the Puppy & Beginner Lessons. If you and your dog are more advanced, you will be invited to move up to the Novice & Open Lessons.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
Tuesday December 10, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Tue 6AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Watercolor - Gouache & Watercolor
Classical Watercolor - Beginner students will work from an image provided by the instructor. Continuing students should bring a color image of their choice to work on. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, learning both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Drawing experience is preferable. Personal help is provided to each student. The class goal is for each student to produce a lovely painting in a relaxing art experience. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks)  Exploring Watercolor - Adventure continues! This class will continue to explore the many joys of painting with watercolor. Each session will include a short demo to get us warmed up and suggestions for paintings which will the span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference materials or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Any level of experience is welcome and encouraged. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques such as wash, dry brush, masking, wet on wet, wet on dry. We will be primarily focusing on landscapes (but students are encouraged to work on anything which interests them). We will be learning color mixing and employing a variety of methods frequently used in watercolor while having fun and playing with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 11/26 Gouache and Watercolor - Did you know that watercolor and gouache can be used together? They actually play very well together. Students will discover the advantages and characteristics of the two mediums while exploring different techniques including dry brush, wet on wet, wet on dry, glazing, underpainting and blending. We will also get into color theory and composition. Class begins each week with a demo/warm up, and moves into independent work time with the instructor. Students have the option of bringing in their own reference materials or using the reference provided. Focus will be primarily on landscape and natural subjects. All levels of experience welcome and encouraged. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) no class 11/26
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Oil Painting - Advanced Oil Painting (AM)
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor
Classical Watercolor - Beginner students will work from an image provided by the instructor. Continuing students should bring a color image of their choice to work on. Students will work on sheets of quality watercolor paper, learning both “wet” and “dry” techniques. Drawing experience is preferable. Personal help is provided to each student. The class goal is for each student to produce a lovely painting in a relaxing art experience. All supplies are included, except for paper towels. Instructor: Eugene Teixeira (6 weeks)  Exploring Watercolor - Adventure continues! This class will continue to explore the many joys of painting with watercolor. Each session will include a short demo to get us warmed up and suggestions for paintings which will the span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference materials or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Any level of experience is welcome and encouraged. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques such as wash, dry brush, masking, wet on wet, wet on dry. We will be primarily focusing on landscapes (but students are encouraged to work on anything which interests them). We will be learning color mixing and employing a variety of methods frequently used in watercolor while having fun and playing with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No class 11/26 Gouache and Watercolor - Did you know that watercolor and gouache can be used together? They actually play very well together. Students will discover the advantages and characteristics of the two mediums while exploring different techniques including dry brush, wet on wet, wet on dry, glazing, underpainting and blending. We will also get into color theory and composition. Class begins each week with a demo/warm up, and moves into independent work time with the instructor. Students have the option of bringing in their own reference materials or using the reference provided. Focus will be primarily on landscape and natural subjects. All levels of experience welcome and encouraged. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) no class 11/26
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM    Oil Painting - Advanced Oil Painting (PM)
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Fall 2024
Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Cartooning - Cartooning
Cartooning - Learn to draw original cartoon characters through shapes, letters, and numbers, and by drawing from animal toys and photo references. Students will develop an animal character based on themselves and will create comic strips based on popular animal tales and on animals in the news. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class 11/26
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Sewing (Kids) - Sew by Hand (Gr 1-3)
Sew by Hand - Bunnies, bears, and birds, oh, my!  Create your own menagerie of stuffed animals sewn by hand with felt. Learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches, adding embellishments like buttons, beans and bling.  Then sew together colorful animals and fantastical creatures. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class: 11/26Sew EasyYes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Kids will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Begin machine sewing by tracing simple lines on thick fabric, learning how to sew forward and backwards. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and soft felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, fancy stitches and bling! Projects will include pin cushions, small pillows, LOTS of stuffed animals, bags and more. You’ll be speeding along in no time! Bring a snack. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:06 PM    Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques
Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/26Watercolor Fun - Learn different techniques and create several works of art in this Instructor lead step-by-step watercolor workshop. Techniques will include methods to create texture, drawing with the brush and oil pastel resist to create beautiful works of art that showcase landscapes, still life and abstract themes. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Zumba - Zumba: Fall II 2024 Tue
Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Fall II 2024 Tue
A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
Wednesday December 11, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Wed 9AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Fundamentals of Drawing
Fundamentals of Drawing - In this class you will learn about basic perspective, the relationships of objects to each other, how to energize a drawing by use of light and dark dynamics, how to explore different drawing instruments to achieve various effects, how to best express volume and how to work with outlines alone. This class is for beginner and intermediate students. Instructor: Thelma Appel (6 weeks) No class 11/27   Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/29
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    RESERVED Youth Center - Tabor Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Acrylic Painting - The Art in Painting
The Art of Painting - In this class we will analyze the basics of organizing pictorial space to create a coherent painting. We will master painting in acrylics by learning how to mix primary colors and dilute with white to show contrast between loud and muted values. We will use still-life models and photographs and study Old Master paintings for reference. Ultimately, we will create a unique and dynamic work of art. Instructor: Thelma Appel (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
2:45 PM - 4:15 PM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Sewing (Ages 7-17)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Walking Club - TR Walking Club Fall 2024
Keep moving! Walk, talk and enjoy some light exercise with friends. For the fall we’ll gather at the main parking lot at Lock 12. This group has a great time no matter where we walk. We average 1.5-2 miles per walk and it goes by fast with all the talking and laughing! Don’t miss out on the fun!Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
CHS - Lobby
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun (Gr K-1) Jocelyn
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Middle Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun (Gr K-1) Megan
Drawing Fun - Learn to draw using easily understood shapes and lines. The students will progress rapidly from simplicity to detail while exploring fun shapes. This fun class will begin drawing with flair pens and finish with colorful markers or crayons. Instructors: Jocelyn Pannell or Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27Drawing Skills - Skills taught in this class are essential for students to clearly and easily achieve an ability to draw realistically. Students will learn and understand contour lines, flat color, overlapping, and mirror image using Flair pens and markers. Repeating Drawing Skills classes in future sessions will usually include different drawing subjects and can be repeated numerous times to create a firm base. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/30
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM    Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy (Gr 4-6)
Sew by Hand - Bunnies, bears, and birds, oh, my!  Create your own menagerie of stuffed animals sewn by hand with felt. Learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches, adding embellishments like buttons, beans and bling.  Then sew together colorful animals and fantastical creatures. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No class: 11/26Sew EasyYes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Kids will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Begin machine sewing by tracing simple lines on thick fabric, learning how to sew forward and backwards. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and soft felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, fancy stitches and bling! Projects will include pin cushions, small pillows, LOTS of stuffed animals, bags and more. You’ll be speeding along in no time! Bring a snack. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM    Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - WINTER 2024-25
3rd-6th Gradersheld on Wednesday evenings at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.(group is limited to 20 kids)(group is limited to 20 kids)
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 10 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM    Crochet Club 4 Kids - Crochet Club Fall Session (Includes Kit)
Crochet Club 4 Kids     Ages 10-14 years old  Meets Wednesdays           6:15-7:45pmEvening club for youth interested in learning to crochet, or for those that already know how to and enjoy the art. Group will meet weekly and will work on various projects. A light snack is also included with cost.$40.00 Fee includes Crochet kit with starter hooks & yarn.$30.00 Fee yarn only, you bring your own hooks.  Club is limited to 12 participants per session
Yellow House
 
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM    Sewing (Adults & Teens) - Let's Get Sewing
Let’s Get Sewing - Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating and troubleshooting. Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags and items for the home such as pillow covers or table runner.  All supply fees included in the cost. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 9 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
Thursday December 12, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 6-10)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Pastels - Pastels Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM    Homeschool Art - Homeschool Art (Ages 10-17)
Homeschool Art – Comprehensive lessons and art projects will be planned for students to learn a variety of art techniques through both observation and drawing activities.  Discover drawing and multimedia, along with introduction of other medias, to increase confidence, strength, and skills. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No class: 11/28Homeschool Sewing - Sewing is a fantastic skill! First you will learn how to design and sew embroidery stitches to create colorful projects before progressing to the machine sewing. Students will learn all about how a machine works, threading, operating, and troubleshooting. Skills begin by tracing simple lines on thick fabric to learn how to sew forward and backwards with accuracy. Projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Enrichment & STEM Programs & Activities - Tales of Water (Gr. 3-5)
     
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
Friday December 13, 2024
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - 12/13/24 Swiftie Birth-Tay Bash (Gr. 2-4)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - 12/13/24 Swiftie Birth-Tay Bash (Gr. 4-6)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:15 PM - 8:15 PM    Painting (Kids) - Cardinal Paint Along
Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/26Watercolor Fun - Learn different techniques and create several works of art in this Instructor lead step-by-step watercolor workshop. Techniques will include methods to create texture, drawing with the brush and oil pastel resist to create beautiful works of art that showcase landscapes, still life and abstract themes. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - 12/13/24 Swiftie Birth-Tay Bash (Gr. 7 & 8)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
Saturday December 14, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Sat 7AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 1 @ Team 3
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side A
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 2 @ Team 4
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side B
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Zumba - Zumba: Fall II 2024 Sat
Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 5 @ Team 3
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - Snowman Storytime (9:30-10:30am Sensory & Allergy Friendly)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Fall II 2024 Sat
A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 6 @ Team 2
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
10:45 AM - 3:15 PM    Teen Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 8 - 12) - Snowman Storytime Volunteers (9th-12th gr)
 
Yellow House
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 1 @ Team 4
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - Snowman Storytime (11:00am-12:00pm)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - Snowman Storytime (12:30-1:30pm)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Swim With Santa - Swim with Santa
Come in and have your picture taken with Santa under water!
Community Pool
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Yellow House Special Events / Pop-up Activities - Snowman Storytime (2:00-3:00pm)
More information to come regarding the following events, check back soon for the event details...12/13/24    Swiftie Birth"Tay"Bash   $25.00/pp12/14/24    Snowman Family Storytime  $5.00/pp1/4/24        Paint Night:  Cocoa on Canvas $20.00/pp1/24/25      Harry Potter Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-5:00pm / $10.00pp3/14/25      Craft Drop-in Day (CPS Early Dismissal Day) 1:00-6:00pm / $5.00pp (2hrs.)3/21/25      March Madness - Round One Games 12:00-5:00pm  / $5.00/pp4/5/25        March Madness - Final Four Games  6:00-9:00pm   / $5.00/ppFor more information please email yellowhouse@cheshirect.or        
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
Sunday December 15, 2024
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Monday December 16, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced (AM)
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques (PM)
Colored Pencil Beginner - Students will work with Prismacolor soft, wax based colored pencils to learn layering, blending, and shading techniques on professional acid-free paper. Subjects vary according to each student’s personal design to create lasting works of art. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27 & 11/30Colored Pencil Techniques - Learn the many techniques which can give your colored pencil artwork the look of oil paintings. You will study layering, burnishing, dissolving, lifting color, infusing color and so much more. Much emphasis will be placed on achieving proper values, arriving at the desired color and how to achieve specific effects. You will work with artist quality pencils and papers. All supplies are included. Beginners work on projects designed by the instructor and then move on to working on pieces of their own choosing. Intermediate and advanced students work independently with plenty of help and direction from the instructor. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/25Colored Pencil Poinsettia or Mouse Workshop - Have some fun creating this pretty Poinsettia or cute Christmas Mouse to display at home or give as a gift! Step by step instructions, along with your instructor to help and guide you, make this a fun workshop. You will work on Stonehenge paper using artist quality Prismacolor pencils. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:45 PM - 5:45 PM    R.I.S.E Boys After School Program - R.I.S.E 2024 Fall Session
After school Program for boys in grades 4th & 5th. Respect, Improve communication, Support, Empathy The purpose of R.I.S.E is to give boys a safe after-school environment where they can discuss issues and events going on in their lives, in a fun, active, and inviting manner. Each week boys will participate in open discussions, team building exercises, and fun critical thinking games to engage them in social and emotional learning. Weekly topics will focus on the core themes of Respect, Improving Communication, Supportive Relationships, and Empathy.  By the end of the session, the group members will have a better understanding of themselves as well as the people and environment around them. Meets weekly on Tuesdays after-school  @ 3:45pm (transportation is not provided) (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can do their homework, play a game, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school on Tuesdays at the Yellow House (554 South Main Street – Across from Cheshire High School). *Transportation is NOT provided from the schools to our facility.
Yellow House
 
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM    Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Fall II 2024)
Ninja Fit is a unique class that teaches a mix of parkour and gymnastics while focusing on fun and fitness. Not only will students be learning cool new vaults and tricks each class, but they will also be training their strength, flexibility, and speed while doing it. Each class will begin with stretching and warm ups, followed by a fitness focused game and our parkour or tricking technique of the day. Finally, students will challenge themselves by running our ninja obstacle course and showing off their new skills! Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Bergamo's Youth Fitness - Bergamo's Youth Fitness (Fall II 2024)
This youth and teen fitness program aims to provide today’s young athletes with the skills and confidence needed to succeed in any sports setting. Classes will consist of exercises and drills designed to improve speed and agility, muscular strength and function, and neuromuscular control, as well as reducing the risk of injury both on and off the field. Athletes who join will not only see an increase in their physical abilities, but also in their abilities to overcome challenges and push past their own limits.Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.
Bergamo's Martial Arts
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Tuesday December 17, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Tue 6AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM    Oil Painting - Advanced Oil Painting (AM)
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM    Oil Painting - Advanced Oil Painting (PM)
Intro to Oil Painting - This class for adults and teens aims to introduce new artists to the basics of oil painting while guiding students to complete a single, cohesive painting project by the end of the course. The focus will be on building essential skills and confidence in using oil paints through hands-on instruction and practice. Instructor: Emerson Crowley (5 weeks)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Therapeutic Recreation: Afternoon Club - TR Afternoon Club Fall 2024
Join the Club! This weekly program is an opportunity for high school & transition students to get together with friends, play games, hang out, create simple crafts and more! Games, crafts, relaxation and more are on the agenda each week. Participants are picked up in the CHS lobby by TR staff 15 minutes prior to dismissal and walked to the Youth Center for 2 hours of fun with friends; those joining us from another program should be dropped off at the Youth Center at 2:00 p.m. Provide water and a light snack. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed for participants with various special needs. The activities are presented so that participants will be able to understand, become involved and enjoy recreation experiences. A strong emphasis on social skills is included. Participants must have safe behavior, be able to follow simple instructions, stay with a small group and be independent with toileting and feeding.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
4:30 PM - 6:06 PM    Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques
Paint Along - Using acrylic paint on canvas, students will learn foundational painting skills such as color/design, blending, creating texture and more. They will complete a finished painting in this one-day workshop. No experience necessary! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)Painting Techniques - Students will use a variety of water media, such as acrylic and watercolor paint, to create works of art based on foundational principles. Lessons will include color theory, blending, shading and texture as they paint a variety of landscapes and still-life pieces. All levels are welcome. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) Note: No class 11/26Watercolor Fun - Learn different techniques and create several works of art in this Instructor lead step-by-step watercolor workshop. Techniques will include methods to create texture, drawing with the brush and oil pastel resist to create beautiful works of art that showcase landscapes, still life and abstract themes. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM    Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Fall 2024 - Session 2)
We're teaming up with The Coder School to offer more opportunities for programs! We'll be offering Scratch Coding, Minecraft Coding and Python Coding. Included with these classes is a coding account that students can access from home to practice their coding independently. All projects that they create at The Coder School will be accessible to them from home. Come join the fun! In order to ensure a quality program for students, classes are capped at just 5 and fill up fast! All equipment is provided, students do not need to bring anything.Please note that these are introductory classes and while participants are welcome to register for all three platforms/classes, attending the same platform/class in multiple sessions is discouraged as some projects repeat each session.Classes are held at The Coder School, 100 Elm St., Cheshire.
The Coder School
 
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Santa Hotline - Santa Hotline - Tuesday
Register each child who wants to talk to Santa individually, because Santa will be checking his list (TWICE!) before making these calls! This is a fun, free event for all believers. We’ve got the connection you need! For two nights, we will have elves working at the Youth Center to patch calls from your child direct to the North Pole! An elf will call the number you request and once the elf has your child on the phone, he or she will connect your child direct to Santa! We’ve only been able to arrange two brief sessions with Santa, so be sure to register early to guarantee your child’s call with the big guy himself!
Phone Call
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM    Zumba - Zumba: Fall II 2024 Tue
Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Girls (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM    Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Fall II 2024 Tue
A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Doolittle School - Doolittle Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 7 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 8 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
Wednesday December 18, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    STARRE: Step & Barre Workout - STARRE: Fall II 2024 Wed 9AM
Take the best of two low impact exercise classes and combine them into one stellar class where you will build strength, increase your flexibility, improve your posture, and get in your cardio too! Instructor, Kathy Perez, has combined the traditional Barre Class with Step Aerobics to create STARRE! Part of this class will be spent on barre work and part of the class will be spent doing step aerobics, allowing you to get the best of both worlds (cardio & strength) in one amazing low impact class. Note that this fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Drawing (Adults & Teens) - Fundamentals of Drawing
Fundamentals of Drawing - In this class you will learn about basic perspective, the relationships of objects to each other, how to energize a drawing by use of light and dark dynamics, how to explore different drawing instruments to achieve various effects, how to best express volume and how to work with outlines alone. This class is for beginner and intermediate students. Instructor: Thelma Appel (6 weeks) No class 11/27   Drawing with Precision - Learn accurate, realistic drawing techniques through skill-practice exercises. Work towards acquiring an ability to draw any subject in a 3-dimensional way with focus on specific skills including learning accurate “measuring,” proportionality, perspective, shading and textures. With commitment and attendance, students can expect significant improvement, not only learning how to “fix” their work, but also leaving with the ability to plan and complete realistic drawings. This class is for beginner to advanced levels. Instructor: Tony Ruggiero (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/29
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    Acrylic Painting - The Art in Painting
The Art of Painting - In this class we will analyze the basics of organizing pictorial space to create a coherent painting. We will master painting in acrylics by learning how to mix primary colors and dilute with white to show contrast between loud and muted values. We will use still-life models and photographs and study Old Master paintings for reference. Ultimately, we will create a unique and dynamic work of art. Instructor: Thelma Appel (6 weeks) Note: No class 11/27
Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Front Room
 
4:45 PM - 6:15 PM    Board Games, Cards & Puzzle Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Games, Card & Puzzle Club - WINTER 2024-25
3rd-6th Gradersheld on Wednesday evenings at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)4:45 p.m - 6:15 p.m.(group is limited to 20 kids)(group is limited to 20 kids)
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Santa Hotline - Santa Hotline - Wednesday
Register each child who wants to talk to Santa individually, because Santa will be checking his list (TWICE!) before making these calls! This is a fun, free event for all believers. We’ve got the connection you need! For two nights, we will have elves working at the Youth Center to patch calls from your child direct to the North Pole! An elf will call the number you request and once the elf has your child on the phone, he or she will connect your child direct to Santa! We’ve only been able to arrange two brief sessions with Santa, so be sure to register early to guarantee your child’s call with the big guy himself!
Phone Call
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 10 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Reserved Mixville Rec. Area - Large Pavilion
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Boys (Ivy League): Team 9 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM    Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2024-2025 Season
Participants may come on any or all nights each week for games of pick up basketball. This program is a great value; a whole season of basketball for one low price. You may also choose to purchase a reversible shirt (please make a note on your registration form and add $15 to your fee). Participants must carry in and change into sneakers - no street shoes allowed on gym floors! Additional cancellations may be needed due to school functions and/or inclement weather; the season will not be extended or fees pro-rated. Staff will announce additional cancellations, they will also be emailed and posted in the "News" section of our website. Be sure to sign up for email and text notifications within your account to receive updates and ensure that you allow emails from noreply@myrecdepartment.com. This is the email address associated with our registration system; the name may also appear as Cheshire, CT Activities.Note that this fee will not be pro-rated even if you sign up late in the season.
Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
Thursday December 19, 2024
6:00 AM - 6:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Mon/Wed/Th 6AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Tu/Th 9AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Pastels - Pastels Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts - Back Room
 
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM    Enrichment & STEM Programs & Activities - Tales of Water (Gr. 3-5)
     
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 4 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Norton Elementary School - Norton Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 2 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
5:30 PM - 9:00 PM    RESERVED Dodd Middle School - Gym
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Middle School Hangout - M.S. Hangout - Fall 2024
Grades:  7 & 8    Drop-in on Thursdays              Winter/Spring 2025 SESSION meets every other Thursday night 6:00pm-8:00pm 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/24, 5/22 (snacks included)Special Event nights: 1/23 Early drop-in 1:30PM-5:00PM 2/20 PJ’s, Muffins & a movie 6:00PM-8:30PM 5/8 Nacho Libre Night 6:00-8:30pmCost: $25.00 Fall datesStop by with your friends on Thursday nights to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games or just hangout! No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the whole Fall season.Teens are welcome to bring food including their choice of dinner, just be conscious of nuts please  
Yellow House
 
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Middle School Hangout - 12/19/24 Holiday Night - M.S. Hangout
Grades:  7 & 8    Drop-in on Thursdays              Winter/Spring 2025 SESSION meets every other Thursday night 6:00pm-8:00pm 1/9, 2/6, 3/6, 3/20, 4/3, 4/24, 5/22 (snacks included)Special Event nights: 1/23 Early drop-in 1:30PM-5:00PM 2/20 PJ’s, Muffins & a movie 6:00PM-8:30PM 5/8 Nacho Libre Night 6:00-8:30pmCost: $25.00 Fall datesStop by with your friends on Thursday nights to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games or just hangout! No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the whole Fall season.Teens are welcome to bring food including their choice of dinner, just be conscious of nuts please  
Yellow House
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 3-4 Basketball: Girls (Ivy League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 1 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side B
 
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 6 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Highland School - Highland Gym - Side A
 
Friday December 20, 2024
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 5 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side A
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 5-6 Basketball: Boys (SECC League): Team 3 @ Practice
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
Dodd Middle School - Dodd Gym - Side B
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class December 2024
We offer golf lessons year-round, under the direction of Pete Stankevich, PGA Golf Professional and Men's and Women's Golf Coach at the University of Hartford. All classes are held at Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range in Southington. The state-of-the-art facility is covered and heated so golf can be practiced in all types of weather. Classes include fundamentals of the set-up, fundamentals of the golf swing, how to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and much more. Students can bring their own clubs or borrow clubs during the classes.
Chris Cote's Top Tracer Range (125 Jude Lane, Southington)
 
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM    Pokemon & Video Game Club (Gr. 4-6) - Pokemon & Video Game Club - Fall 2024
Pokemon & Video Gamers ClubGrades:  4 - 6Fridays:  6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.Cost: $25.00 per session   Dinner & snack included with fee. Join us at the Yellow House this Winter and Spring for a twist on our original Pokémon Club. Hang out with other Pokémon and Video Game fans. We’ll have themed nights that include board games & trivia, movie nights, occasional Switch Battles, themed crafts, snacks and more!   Space is limited to 25 students per session. Winter 2025 Session Dates:February 7th & 21stMarch 7th & 21stSpring 2025 Session Dates:April 11th & 25thMay 9th & 23rd
Yellow House
 
Saturday December 21, 2024
7:00 AM - 7:45 AM    HIIT Body Sculpt - HIIT: Fall II 2024 Sat 7AM
Don’t miss out on a good time while getting in shape! Classes consist of resistance training and cardio intervals. All levels are welcome and encouraged to come! Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle. Hand weights, resistance bands and other required equipment are available on site to use during the class. Note that the fee has been set with extra classes built into the session in case of weather or other unforeseen cancellations.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 2 @ Team 1
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side A
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Girls (Big East League): Team 4 @ Team 3
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym Side B
 
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM    Zumba - Zumba: Fall II 2024 Sat
Everybody and every body! Each Zumba class is designed to bring people together to sweat it on. It is a total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy each time you leave class. Zumba takes the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you'll see why Zumba Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise.
Youth Center - Main Room
 
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 3 @ Team 6
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM    Build & Burn - Build & Burn: Fall II 2024 Sat
A total body workout using light to heavy weights to sculpt and tone your body. Please bring a mat, water, towel and lots of energy!
Youth Center - Main Room
 
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 5 @ Team 1
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM    Basketball - Youth - Grades 7-8 Basketball: Boys (Big East League): Team 4 @ Team 2
Youth Basketball Registration now open!Registration for grades K - 8 is now closed and we are taking wait list enrollments only. High School registrations will be taken until November 13 or until the program is full; register soon for these limited spots. Times listed are approximate and will be adjusted once teams are formed. Time changes become necessary based on enrollment to allow all players plenty of time on the courts. Each level meets for one hour on Saturdays. Some levels have an additional practice on a weeknight. A sample practice schedule is below, but changes may become necessary due to gym availability and/or number of teams in a league. Click here to view the rules chart. Grades K-2 Co-ed instructional programs an play only on Saturdays under the direction of Head Instructor and an Assistant Instructor. Parent volunteers are needed as coaches to assist the instructors during the drills and to ensure fair rotations and answer player questions during game play. There are no weeknight practices at this level. The season will run from December 7 - March 1 and cancellations due to weather or other school closures will not be made up. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24 and 2/15/25. Grades 3-8 These grades are divided into boys and girls recreational leagues with a combination of instruction from our Head Instructor, one Board 10 Certified referee, high school aged assistant instructors and parent volunteer coaches. Practices are once per week starting as early as 5:30 p.m. and ending by 8:30 p.m. Please note that the Girls Grade 7-8 Division will not have weeknight practices and pending enrollment will either be a traditional 5 on 5 league with a minimum of 28 players or will take on the exciting format of 3 on 3 if there are between 16 and 27 players. Practices will start around 11/11/24. Saturdays in November will be unofficial scrimmages with league play beginning on December 7. There will not be any basketball 11/27/24-11/29/24 & 12/23/24-1/1/25. George Welch High School LeagueThe high school league is a fun, competitive program coached by parents. Each team will have approximately 9 players and games will be officiated by two Board 10 certified officials. There are no weeknight practices. While the league has historically had significantly more male than female players each year, it is open to all high school students. There will not be basketball on 12/28/24.CoachesParents are needed as volunteer coaches at all levels. The application can be downloaded by clicking here. All applications must be submitted ASAP. Coaches will meet in the Youth Center Tabor Room to review league rules with the Basketball Staff and to draft teams according to the following schedule:Kindergarten: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.Grade 1: Monday, November 4, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.Grade 2: Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 3-4 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Boys: Monday, October 21 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 5-6 Girls: Thursday, October 24 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 7-8 Boys: Tuesday, October 22 at 6:00p.m.Grades 7-8 Girls: Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m.Grades 9-12: Wednesday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m. - note that this meeting will be in the Youth Center Main Room
CHS - West Gym
 
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM    RESERVED Community Pool - Birthday Party
 
3:15 PM - 5:00 PM    LEGO Creators Club - LEGO Club Fall 2024 Session
Do you love all things LEGOS? Lego Creators Club is open to boys and girls who like to build and meet fellow Lego fans.  Kids  will have a chance to free build, play games, and participate in fun team challenges.  Cost: $25.00 (includes snack) Saturdays 2:30 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.Winter 2025 Session Dates:Grades 3 & 4 (group is limited to 18 kids)meets on 1st & 3rd of the monthJanuary 4th & 18thFebruary 1st & 15thMarch 1st & 15th Spring 2025 Session Dates:  Grades 2 - 4(group is limited to 18 kids)meets weekly (does not meet on 4/19)April 5th, 12th , 26th May 3rd, 10th & 17th 
Yellow House
 
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM    Nights of Lights & Sights - Nights of Lights & Sights 2024
The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Let’s brighten up Cheshire this December! Residents are encouraged to decorate your yard or the whole house. Please illuminate your display during the evenings from December 1 - December 31 for all to enjoy. Beginning on December 1, the official competition judges will drive to registered households to judge the displays. Winners will be announced in mid-December and will receive a lawn sign to celebrate their victory! To participate in the competition you must pre-register by November 30! Only one member of each household needs to register.
Homes in Cheshire
 
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM    Yellow House Weekend Events - 'Home Alone' movie night & cookie decorating (Gr. 6-8)
Yellow House