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Main Linear Park - Trail: N. Brooksvale - Hamden Linear Park - Trail: Southington - Jarvis Linear Park - Trail: W. Main - Cornwall Lock 12 Park 487 N Brooksvale Rd, Cheshire) Lock 12 Park 487 N Brooksvale Rd, Cheshire) - Pavilion Lock 12 Park 487 N Brooksvale Rd, Cheshire) - Volleyball Court M&T Bank Arena (QU Hockey Rink) (305 Sherman Ave, Hamden) Mahan Planetarium at Sheehan High School (142 Hope Hill Rd, Wallingford) McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) - Basketball Court McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) - McNamara D1 frt. lf. fld. 60' McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) - McNamara D2 frt. rt. fld. 60' McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) - McNamara D3 bk. lf. fld. 60' McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) - McNamara D4 fld. 90' McNamara Legion (550 Wiese Rd, Cheshire) - Parking Lot Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Basketball Court Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Large Pavilion Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Mixville Beach Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Mixville Multi-Use Field Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Mixville Pond Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Parking Lot Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Small Pavilion Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Volleyball Court Norton Elementary School (414 N Brooksvale Rd) - Norton Gym - Side A Norton Elementary School (414 N Brooksvale Rd) - Norton Gym - Side B Phone Call Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Parking Lot Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Pavilion Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M1 Multi-Use Field (Center S) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M2 Multi-Use Field (Center C) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M3 Multi-Use Field (Back Left) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M4 Multi-Use Field (Back Right) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M5 Multi-Use Field (Center N) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M6 Multi-Use Field (Front Left) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M7 Multi-Use Field (Front Right) Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Rollerblading Rink Rossini (529 W Main St, Cheshire) Safari Golf (2340 Berlin Tpke, Berlin) Senor Panchos (280 Cheshire Rd, Prospect) Sergio's Pizza & Restaurant (3860 Whitney Ave, Hamden) Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area (341 Milford St, Burlington) Stonebridge (2061 Highland Ave, Cheshire) Tennis Courts at South Rolling Acres ("Dodd" Tennis Courts) The Coder School (100 Elm St, Cheshire) Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire) Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Basketball Court Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Volleyball Court
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Tuesday March 17, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Fusion Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting (AM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (PM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Cardio Blast Winter 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chemistry Winter 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Reserved	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Large Pavilion
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Graphic Novel - The Graphic Novel The Graphic Novel - In this creative class, kids will explore age-appropriate graphic novels and learn what makes them so fun to read – and to create! We’ll write our own stories, then bring them to life with colorful covers, splash pages and comic-style artwork. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Winter 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Wednesday March 18, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Wednesdays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 10-14) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 5-9) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM	The Council Boys After School Program - The Council "Growing Healthy, Growing Strong" (Winter 2026) After school Program for boys       Registration opens November 14th The Council for Boys and Young Men® is a strengths-based group approach for boys 9-18 to promote their safe and healthy development through pre-teen and adolescent years. Meets weekly on Wednesdays after-school  @ 4:00pm (transportation is not provided)  (Note: students can be dropped off at the Yellow House starting at 3:30pm and they can work on their homework, read a book, or just relax until the program begins. The program will begin when all the members have arrived.)   Winter 2026Curricula: "Growing Healthy, Growing Strong"  Boys will have fun identifying social-emotional messages, experiences, and attitudes. Competition, bullying, recognizing and expressing emotions, male and female role expectations, self confidence, and teamwork are highlighted through games and team challenges. Boys develop vocabulary and skills to expect and enact fairness, healthy competition, and respect for self and others. Spring 2026Curricula: "Standing Together: A Journey Into Respect Activity Guide"This guide provides engaging ways to address common themes which pre-teens and early adolescents encounter, including breaking down social-cultural barriers, motives and actions around put-downs, knowing their personal rights, defining assumptions about male power, respecting others'' physical boundaries, understanding and using the energy of strong emotions, and standing up for each other in community. Curricula: "Living A Legacy: A Rite of Passage Activity Guide"10-SESSION PROGRAM, Ages 14-18Young men gain skills and knowledge to navigate growing up male in today’s society through the introduction of topics and experiential activities that address a myriad of relevant challenges - safely, powerfully, and within a spirit of “council” connection. Boys will explore: relationships, conflict resolution, education, leadership, community service, diversity, mass media messages, personal values, integrity, and future goals.This FREE program is limited to 12 boys and will be held after-school 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 (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors March 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy Sew Easy - Yes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Learn all about how a machine works and then get sewing with simple projects like a pin cushion and small bags. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, bling and fancy stitches. Choice of projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Previous students are welcome to attend and to continue with more advanced sewing projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance with Me: Intro to Ballet & Tap (adult & child class) - Dance with Me: Winter 2026 In this introductory ballet and tap dance class, children will experience the fun of simple preliminary ballet movements and beginner tap movements with a parent or caregiver. The children will develop their motor skills, interact with peers and with the help of their parent/caregiver get a taste of this wonderful performance art form. Adult/child pairs will learn one short ballet and one short tap dance for families to view on the last day of class. Tap shoes are a must for the children; leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended but not required. Adults are welcome to wear tap shoes, ballet slippers and dance attire if they so desire, but athletic shoes and clothing are sufficient for the adults. This is a great way to bond and have fun while introducing dance to your child!	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Zumba Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice March 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance: Intro to Hip Hop for Pre-Teens - Hip Hop & Jazz: Winter 2026 Learn the basics of Hip Hop and Jazz dance while having a blast! Each class will start with a warmup. Then students will learn some specific jazz/hip hop steps in center of the floor and also traveling across the floor. At the end of each class students will learn a short combination of steps set to music. Combinations may carry over from week to week to create a longer dance or they may change to mix it up a bit. Participants should wear clean sneakers or jazz shoes. Typical exercise clothes, such as a fitted top and snug-fitting shorts or yoga-type pants are encouraged. No sweatpants or baggy clothes, please.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 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. Students will learn a variety of skills including piecing, applique and quilting. Projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, or pillow covers. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Hip Hop to Fitness Winter 2026 We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Thursday March 19, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Fusion Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jong - Mah Jong Mah Jong –  Mah Jong is a fascinating, rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. It originated in China and is enjoying a resurgence in popularity with players around the state. This class will allow you to become familiar with the elementary principles of the game in a supportive and positive class experience. You'll get playing in no time! We will be teaching the American version. Instructor: Donna Lodynsky (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9Each student must purchase a National Mah Jong League play card for $16 prior to class.https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/PaperForm.aspx	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Circuit Training Winter 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Winter 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Friday March 20, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	Leprechaun Hunt - Leprechaun Hunt 2026 Cheshire Public Schools have a half day on Friday, March 13 and rumor has it the leprechauns will be in town getting ready for St. Patrick's Day! Go to Bartlem Park, Cheshire Park, & Mixville Park to find felt leprechauns hidden in the parks. Take a picture of your child with the leprechaun then show your picture at the Parks & Rec. office to claim your "pot o' gold". Prize can be claimed while supplies last from 9 a.m. – 3:30p.m. on Friday, March 13 or Monday, March 16.If you're lucky, you may catch a live leprechaun visiting in the parks between 2-3 p.m. on Friday, March 13 - if you find the live leprechaun, you'll be able to claim your prize there! Only one prize per person, but we encourage you to find all 17 leprechauns that will be hiding in the parks!*No registration required.*	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Fridays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM	Weekend Activities @ the Yellow House - Mobile Video Game Truck (Gr. 7-9)	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)

Saturday March 21, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Zumba Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Storybook Art - Storybook Art Storybook Art – Each week we’ll read a Caldecott Honor or Medal picture book and explore its beautiful illustrations. Then, the kids will be led in creating their own artwork inspired by the story’s theme or the illustrator’s medium – bringing books to life through art. For this session, three of the storybooks will be: Have You Seen My Duckling? by Nancy Tafuri, Berry Song by Michaela Goade, and Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present by Charlotte Zolotow. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Young Artists - Young Artists Young Artists – In this playful art class, children will explore a variety of art materials while expressing their creativity. Each week a storybook will spark inspiration and guide their art-making. Young artists will enjoy discovering new ways to create art while building confidence and a love for art! Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Youth Literacy VOLUNTEERS: Culture & Kindness session (Winter 2026) Summer half-day camp weeks:Nature Explorers 7/6 - 7/10    12:45pm-4:15pmNature Explorers 7/27 - 7/31   9:15am-12:45pm Sports & Games  7/6-7/10       9:15am-12:30pmSports & Games  8/10-8/14     1:15pm-4:45pmTheme Days        7/20-7/24     9:15am-1:15pmTheme Days        8/10-8/14     8:45am-12:45pm  Additional weekend Volunteer Opportunities Availableplease contact our office for more informationyellowhouse@cheshirect.org203-271-6690	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo with Cheshire Performing Arts Academy - Dance: Ballet, Tap & Jazz Combo: Winter 2026 A beginner dance class that introduces ballet, tap and jazz to young students. Young dancers will learn the basic steps while learning how to follow direction in a positive environment. Engaging music and activities are used to get these little dancers inspired to move. Tap shoes are a must! Leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Youth Literacy Program - Youth Literacy Program: Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage SPRING & SUMMER REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1ST	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Young Artists - Young Artists Young Artists – In this playful art class, children will explore a variety of art materials while expressing their creativity. Each week a storybook will spark inspiration and guide their art-making. Young artists will enjoy discovering new ways to create art while building confidence and a love for art! Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Comics (Adults) - Diary Comics Diary Comics – This class explores diary comics – short, personal comics that capture moments from everyday life. We’ll look at work by cartoonists like James Kochalka, Liz Prince, Dustin Harbin, Julie Doucet, and others as inspiration while creating cartoon versions of ourselves. Through experimenting with different ways of telling stories from our daily lives, students will begin making bite-sized comics that can stand on their own, or taken together over time, can become the foundation for a larger graphic memoir. Instructor: Megan Jeffery No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
12:00 PM - 2:30 PM	Youth Services	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Sports & Games Club - Sports & Games Club - Winter/Spring 2026 (Gr. 3-5) Back this Spring!Saturday afternoon Sports Club for 3rd-5th graders. Club meets for Saturdays in March from 12:30pm-2:30pm at the Yellow House.We'll play both classic sports and outdoor games.  Each afternoon will include lots of fun and the games will incorporate positive youth development goals including communication, teamwork, and respect.  This program will be offered FREE for 4 Saturdays; March 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Please note that the club will meet rain or shine (indoor activities will be planned). Examples of activities we'll play:  Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Kickball, Wiffle Ball, Flag Football, Capture the Flag, and more!	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Youth Services	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Basketball Court
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 1:00 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
1:15 PM - 1:30 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 1:15 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
1:30 PM - 1:45 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 1:30 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
1:45 PM - 2:00 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 1:45 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:00 PM - 2:15 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 2:00 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 2:15 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 2:30 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:45 PM - 3:00 PM	Underwater Easter Egg Hunt - 2:45 pm time slot Join us for a fun-filled Underwater Egg Hunt for all ages!You’re welcome to stay for the full two hours to enjoy the pool, bring lunch, or simply come for your scheduled egg hunt time.Everyone must sign up for a time slot, even if you plan to stay for the entire event.The diving boards and inflatable will be open, so there will be plenty of fun for everyone!We look forward to seeing you at the pool!	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Family Night: Paint & Plant Night	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Sunday March 22, 2026
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Stained Glass - Stained Glass Jewelry (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)Stained Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the stained-glass craft to create their very own wearable stained-glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)Dichroic Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the dichroic glass craft to create their very own wearable dichroic glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Needle Felting (Kids) - Needle Felt a Bunny Needle Felt a Bunny - Create a fluffy rabbit and give him some eggs to spread spring joy…all with soft colorful wool and special barbed needle. Enjoyable and fun, you’ll leave with a framed piece of remarkable art. This workshop is a perfect introduction to the art of needle felting. Instructor: Robin McCahill (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Cheshire Youth Baseball & Softball	Dodd Middle School (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Cafeteria
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Cheshire Youth Baseball & Softball	Dodd Middle School (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Pasta Making with Passionately Pasta - Pasta Making: Ravioli Winter 2026 for Child & Adult Pairs Learn how to make pasta from Passionately Pasta! This class will teach individuals how to make pasta by hand using minimal equipment. *Please note that this class may not be appropriate for those with allergies, both gluten and egg products are used in the pasta that will be made in the class.Pasta ShapesThis class will give you hands on experience making pasta! You will learn how to make an assortment of shapes that don't require a lot of equipment. Rolling PastaThis class uses a little more machinery than the shapes class. It gives a new take on how to roll pasta using the equipment your grandparents used!RavioliLearn how to make ravioli without the molds! This class will help you gain the confidence to roll out your own ravioli. Students will learn several different and fun ravioli shapes.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Needle Felting (Adults & Teens) - Needle Felt a Bunny Paint & Sculpt with Wool - Explore the magical medium of wool that is full of painterly qualities. The technique of needle felting enables you to build up textures and colors with colorful wool. The forgiving qualities of this medium will help you express your ideas as you create a low relief or three-dimensional sculpture, a textured painting or tapestry.  Think outside the box and let your creativity flow. Whether you keep or give as a gift, your projects will be unique and colorful. Instructor: Robin McCahill (5 weeks) No Class: 4/3, 4/10Needle Felt a Bunny - Create a fluffy rabbit and give him a basket of eggs to spread spring joy…all with soft colorful wool and special barbed needle. Enjoyable and fun, you’ll leave with a framed piece of remarkable art. This workshop is a perfect introduction to the art of needle felting. Instructor: Robin McCahill (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Stained Glass - Stained Glass Jewelry (PM) 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)Stained Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the stained-glass craft to create their very own wearable stained-glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)Dichroic Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the dichroic glass craft to create their very own wearable dichroic glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	CYB/CYS Reds	Dodd Middle School (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Dodd D1 upper fld. 60'
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Pasta Making with Passionately Pasta - Pasta Making: Ravioli Winter 2026 for Adults Learn how to make pasta from Passionately Pasta! This class will teach individuals how to make pasta by hand using minimal equipment. *Please note that this class may not be appropriate for those with allergies, both gluten and egg products are used in the pasta that will be made in the class.Pasta ShapesThis class will give you hands on experience making pasta! You will learn how to make an assortment of shapes that don't require a lot of equipment. Rolling PastaThis class uses a little more machinery than the shapes class. It gives a new take on how to roll pasta using the equipment your grandparents used!RavioliLearn how to make ravioli without the molds! This class will help you gain the confidence to roll out your own ravioli. Students will learn several different and fun ravioli shapes.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym

Monday March 23, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun Drawing Fun - This class is perfect for kids who love to draw, doodle and explore their imaginations. With guided projects and plenty of room for personal expression, young artists will build confidence and have a blast bringing their ideas to life. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 3/6Advanced Drawing Skills - Take your drawing to the next level while you sketch various still life set ups in this instructional workshop. Build upon your drawing skills focusing on perspective, proportion and shading to create realistic finished pieces in various media. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
5:30 PM - 7:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Club: Winter 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class March 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym

Tuesday March 24, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Fusion Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting (AM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (PM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques Painting Techniques - Students will use acrylic 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) No Class: 4/7Paint 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. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Cardio Blast Winter 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chemistry Winter 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Graphic Novel - The Graphic Novel The Graphic Novel - In this creative class, kids will explore age-appropriate graphic novels and learn what makes them so fun to read – and to create! We’ll write our own stories, then bring them to life with colorful covers, splash pages and comic-style artwork. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Winter 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Wednesday March 25, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Wednesdays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 10-14) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 5-9) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Highland: Robotics (Grades 4-6) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Highland School (490 Highland Ave, Cheshire) - Room 53 (Art Room)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors March 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Board Games Afterschool Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Game Afterschool Club - Spring 2026 SPRING REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 1STWednesdays 4:30 p.m - 6:00 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)3rd-6th GradersBring your friends and make new ones while playing classic and newer edition board games. The Yellow House has a variety of games & puzzles available to play or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each afternoon will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary days and other fun interactive group games.  We'll even head outside for some group games on nice afternoons.  Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night.SPRING 2026 SESSION begins on March 25th!  Registration opens March 1st club does not meet on April 8th	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy Sew Easy - Yes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Learn all about how a machine works and then get sewing with simple projects like a pin cushion and small bags. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, bling and fancy stitches. Choice of projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Previous students are welcome to attend and to continue with more advanced sewing projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Zumba Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice March 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 - 7:45 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 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. Students will learn a variety of skills including piecing, applique and quilting. Projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, or pillow covers. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Teen Hangout (Gr. 7 -9) - Teen Hangout - Spring 2026 Stop by with your friends to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games, join a game outside, do homework or just hangout! Snacks and sometimes pizza included. No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the Spring session Spring SessionWednesday Nights:  6:30-8:30pmMarch 25th - May 27th(Yellow House Closed Wed. April 8th)FEE: $40.00 (covers snack & occasional pizza costs over the 9 weeks)Spring registration opens March 1st	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)

Thursday March 26, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Fusion Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jong - Mah Jong Mah Jong –  Mah Jong is a fascinating, rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. It originated in China and is enjoying a resurgence in popularity with players around the state. This class will allow you to become familiar with the elementary principles of the game in a supportive and positive class experience. You'll get playing in no time! We will be teaching the American version. Instructor: Donna Lodynsky (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9Each student must purchase a National Mah Jong League play card for $16 prior to class.https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/PaperForm.aspx	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chapman: Engineering is Elementary (Grades 2-3) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Chapman School (38 Country Club Rd., Cheshire) - Library
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chapman: Engineering Is Elementary (Grades 4-6) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Chapman School (38 Country Club Rd., Cheshire) - Classroom 22
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Circuit Training Winter 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Winter 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Friday March 27, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Fridays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Video Game & Pokémon Club - Video Game & Pokemon Club - WINTER-SPRING 2026 Video Game & Pokémon ClubJoin us at the Yellow House 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! Sample theme nights; Minecraft, Super Mario & Mario Kart, Zelda, Wii Sports, Sonic, Harry Potter & more! WINTER/SPRING 2026 Registration opens November 14th ...Open to 4th-6th gradersmeets once a month on the 4th Friday (1/23, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24, 5/22)6:00 p.m. - *8:00 p.m.April 24th & May 22nd 6:00pm-8:30pm (time extended)  Space is limited to 25 students per session.	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)

Saturday March 28, 2026
7:30 AM - 8:15 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Zumba Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
8:30 AM - 1:00 PM	Reserved	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Zumba with Donna Spring I 2026 - Saturdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Storybook Art - Storybook Art Storybook Art – Each week we’ll read a Caldecott Honor or Medal picture book and explore its beautiful illustrations. Then, the kids will be led in creating their own artwork inspired by the story’s theme or the illustrator’s medium – bringing books to life through art. For this session, three of the storybooks will be: Have You Seen My Duckling? by Nancy Tafuri, Berry Song by Michaela Goade, and Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present by Charlotte Zolotow. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Young Artists - Young Artists Young Artists – In this playful art class, children will explore a variety of art materials while expressing their creativity. Each week a storybook will spark inspiration and guide their art-making. Young artists will enjoy discovering new ways to create art while building confidence and a love for art! Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
9:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Volunteer Opportunities (Gr. 7 - 12) - Youth Literacy VOLUNTEERS: Culture & Kindness session (Winter 2026) Summer half-day camp weeks:Nature Explorers 7/6 - 7/10    12:45pm-4:15pmNature Explorers 7/27 - 7/31   9:15am-12:45pm Sports & Games  7/6-7/10       9:15am-12:30pmSports & Games  8/10-8/14     1:15pm-4:45pmTheme Days        7/20-7/24     9:15am-1:15pmTheme Days        8/10-8/14     8:45am-12:45pm  Additional weekend Volunteer Opportunities Availableplease contact our office for more informationyellowhouse@cheshirect.org203-271-6690	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Youth Literacy Program - Youth Literacy Program: Culture, Compassion, Kindness & Courage SPRING & SUMMER REGISTRATION BEGINS MARCH 1ST	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Young Artists - Young Artists Young Artists – In this playful art class, children will explore a variety of art materials while expressing their creativity. Each week a storybook will spark inspiration and guide their art-making. Young artists will enjoy discovering new ways to create art while building confidence and a love for art! Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Scratch Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM	Town Easter Egg Hunt	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire) - Mark Jardim Pavilion
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Cheshire Lions Club - Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2026 A Cheshire tradition for over 70 years! All children ages 2 through 12 are invited to join the Cheshire Lions Club at Cheshire Park for an Easter Egg Hunt for ages 2-12. The hunt takes place in and around the “goat pasture” so be sure to gather near the pavilion by the pickleball and tennis courts. Children are split into three separate age groups and colored poker chips are hidden in three areas. Children collect the poker chips and bring them to the pavilion to exchange for candy!  NOTE: There is no registration required for this event.	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire) - Goat Pasture
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM	Annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsored by the Cheshire Lions Club - Annual Easter Egg Hunt 2026 A Cheshire tradition for over 70 years! All children ages 2 through 12 are invited to join the Cheshire Lions Club at Cheshire Park for an Easter Egg Hunt for ages 2-12. The hunt takes place in and around the “goat pasture” so be sure to gather near the pavilion by the pickleball and tennis courts. Children are split into three separate age groups and colored poker chips are hidden in three areas. Children collect the poker chips and bring them to the pavilion to exchange for candy!  NOTE: There is no registration required for this event.	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire) - Mark Jardim Pavilion
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Comics (Adults) - Diary Comics Diary Comics – This class explores diary comics – short, personal comics that capture moments from everyday life. We’ll look at work by cartoonists like James Kochalka, Liz Prince, Dustin Harbin, Julie Doucet, and others as inspiration while creating cartoon versions of ourselves. Through experimenting with different ways of telling stories from our daily lives, students will begin making bite-sized comics that can stand on their own, or taken together over time, can become the foundation for a larger graphic memoir. Instructor: Megan Jeffery No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Sports & Games Club - Sports & Games Club - Winter/Spring 2026 (Gr. 3-5) Back this Spring!Saturday afternoon Sports Club for 3rd-5th graders. Club meets for Saturdays in March from 12:30pm-2:30pm at the Yellow House.We'll play both classic sports and outdoor games.  Each afternoon will include lots of fun and the games will incorporate positive youth development goals including communication, teamwork, and respect.  This program will be offered FREE for 4 Saturdays; March 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Please note that the club will meet rain or shine (indoor activities will be planned). Examples of activities we'll play:  Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee, Kickball, Wiffle Ball, Flag Football, Capture the Flag, and more!	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Youth Services	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Basketball Court
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	Reserved	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	LEGO Builders Club - LEGO Builders Club - WINTER 2026 Do you love all things LEGOS? Lego Builders 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.  Spring 2026 session:  2nd - 4th gradersWeekly on Saturdays: April 18th - May 30th 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.SUMMER 2026 Session - Registration Opens March 1stentering 2nd - 5th gradersmeets weekly on Saturdays: August 1st - August 29th12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 9:15 PM	Weekend Activities @ the Yellow House - March Madness Elite 8 / Basketball Night (Gr 6-8)	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)

Sunday March 29, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Cheshire Youth Baseball & Softball	Dodd Middle School (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Cafeteria
11:30 AM - 4:30 PM	Cheshire Youth Baseball & Softball	Dodd Middle School (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	CYB/CYS Reds	Dodd Middle School (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Dodd D1 upper fld. 60'
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym

Monday March 30, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun Drawing Fun - This class is perfect for kids who love to draw, doodle and explore their imaginations. With guided projects and plenty of room for personal expression, young artists will build confidence and have a blast bringing their ideas to life. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 3/6Advanced Drawing Skills - Take your drawing to the next level while you sketch various still life set ups in this instructional workshop. Build upon your drawing skills focusing on perspective, proportion and shading to create realistic finished pieces in various media. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
5:30 PM - 7:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Club: Winter 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class March 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym

Tuesday March 31, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Fusion Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting (AM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (PM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM	Reserved	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Small Pavilion
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques Painting Techniques - Students will use acrylic 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) No Class: 4/7Paint 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. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Cardio Blast Winter 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Graphic Novel - The Graphic Novel The Graphic Novel - In this creative class, kids will explore age-appropriate graphic novels and learn what makes them so fun to read – and to create! We’ll write our own stories, then bring them to life with colorful covers, splash pages and comic-style artwork. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Winter 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Wednesday April 1, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Wednesdays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 10-14) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 5-9) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Drawing (Adults) - Pen & Ink Drawing Immersion - This foundational art class is focused on transforming three-dimensional subjects into two-dimensional drawings through the precise study of light, shade, and volume. This course will emphasize observational techniques to help artists understand how light defines the shape, depth, and texture of objects. There will be a new study each class; whether or not a student completes the drawing will depend on their abilities. There is less emphasis on completing a project and more on learning a skill and how to use new knowledge and put it to action. Instructor: Janelle Chandler (5 weeks)Landscape Drawing - This class for beginners and intermediates is an opportunity to learn about drawing, observation and seeing the subject in both traditional and new ways. Different drawing concepts will be introduced and explored each week, including lines, scale, shading, texture and composition. There will be plenty of guidance for each student from the instructor. Bring several reference photos, prints or images of landscapes to work from or choose from our selection. Instructor: Mike Berlinski (6 weeks) No Class: 3/27, 4/3Life Drawing - Join Tony Falcone for a life drawing workshop that will teach students to draw the human form from a live model, using charcoal on paper. Tony will begin by demonstrating his process in capturing a likeness through line, composition and value, and then teach and guide students how to see and sketch what they are seeing while exploring their own style and artistic approach.  The goal of the workshop will be to complete a final sketch. Instructor: Tony Falcone (1 day)Pen & Ink - Discover the expressive power and intricate detail of pen and ink. Designed for artists of all levels, from complete beginners to those looking to refine their skills, this workshop will explore a range of mark-making techniques to render rich, natural textures and create a sense of depth and form. By the end of the workshop, you will have gained confidence in using the medium and completed a small drawing to practice new skills. Instructor: Janelle Chandler (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Highland: Robotics (Grades 4-6) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Highland School (490 Highland Ave, Cheshire) - Room 53 (Art Room)
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Walking Club Spring 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Walking Trail
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Board Games Afterschool Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Game Afterschool Club - Spring 2026 SPRING REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 1STWednesdays 4:30 p.m - 6:00 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)3rd-6th GradersBring your friends and make new ones while playing classic and newer edition board games. The Yellow House has a variety of games & puzzles available to play or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each afternoon will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary days and other fun interactive group games.  We'll even head outside for some group games on nice afternoons.  Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night.SPRING 2026 SESSION begins on March 25th!  Registration opens March 1st club does not meet on April 8th	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy Sew Easy - Yes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Learn all about how a machine works and then get sewing with simple projects like a pin cushion and small bags. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, bling and fancy stitches. Choice of projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Previous students are welcome to attend and to continue with more advanced sewing projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance with Me: Intro to Ballet & Tap (adult & child class) - Dance with Me: Spring 2026 In this introductory ballet and tap dance class, children will experience the fun of simple preliminary ballet movements and beginner tap movements with a parent or caregiver. The children will develop their motor skills, interact with peers and with the help of their parent/caregiver get a taste of this wonderful performance art form. Adult/child pairs will learn one short ballet and one short tap dance for families to view on the last day of class. Tap shoes are a must for the children; leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended but not required. Adults are welcome to wear tap shoes, ballet slippers and dance attire if they so desire, but athletic shoes and clothing are sufficient for the adults. This is a great way to bond and have fun while introducing dance to your child!	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Zumba Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance: Intro to Hip Hop for Pre-Teens - Hip Hop & Jazz: Spring 2026 Learn the basics of Hip Hop and Jazz dance while having a blast! Each class will start with a warmup. Then students will learn some specific jazz/hip hop steps in center of the floor and also traveling across the floor. At the end of each class students will learn a short combination of steps set to music. Combinations may carry over from week to week to create a longer dance or they may change to mix it up a bit. Participants should wear clean sneakers or jazz shoes. Typical exercise clothes, such as a fitted top and snug-fitting shorts or yoga-type pants are encouraged. No sweatpants or baggy clothes, please.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 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. Students will learn a variety of skills including piecing, applique and quilting. Projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, or pillow covers. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Teen Hangout (Gr. 7 -9) - Teen Hangout - Spring 2026 Stop by with your friends to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games, join a game outside, do homework or just hangout! Snacks and sometimes pizza included. No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the Spring session Spring SessionWednesday Nights:  6:30-8:30pmMarch 25th - May 27th(Yellow House Closed Wed. April 8th)FEE: $40.00 (covers snack & occasional pizza costs over the 9 weeks)Spring registration opens March 1st	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Hip Hop to Fitness Spring 2026 We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Thursday April 2, 2026
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aqua Fusion Winter 2026 Session 2	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jong - Mah Jong Mah Jong –  Mah Jong is a fascinating, rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. It originated in China and is enjoying a resurgence in popularity with players around the state. This class will allow you to become familiar with the elementary principles of the game in a supportive and positive class experience. You'll get playing in no time! We will be teaching the American version. Instructor: Donna Lodynsky (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9Each student must purchase a National Mah Jong League play card for $16 prior to class.https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/PaperForm.aspx	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Tai Chi - Yang Style (Spring 2026 - Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chapman: Engineering is Elementary (Grades 2-3) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Chapman School (38 Country Club Rd., Cheshire) - Library
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chapman: Engineering Is Elementary (Grades 4-6) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Chapman School (38 Country Club Rd., Cheshire) - Classroom 22
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf

Friday April 3, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf

Saturday April 4, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Zumba with Donna Spring I 2026 - Saturdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M5 Multi-Use Field
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM	RAIN DATE - Town Easter Egg Hunt	Cheshire Park (1000 Highland Ave., Cheshire) - Mark Jardim Pavilion
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party

Monday April 6, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun Drawing Fun - This class is perfect for kids who love to draw, doodle and explore their imaginations. With guided projects and plenty of room for personal expression, young artists will build confidence and have a blast bringing their ideas to life. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 3/6Advanced Drawing Skills - Take your drawing to the next level while you sketch various still life set ups in this instructional workshop. Build upon your drawing skills focusing on perspective, proportion and shading to create realistic finished pieces in various media. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Find Your Flow: Mindful Yoga We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
5:30 PM - 7:15 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Robotics Club: Winter 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:50 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Empower Hour for Women (Spring 2026 Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)

Tuesday April 7, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Balance & Stability (Spring 2026 Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM	Speed, Agility & Strength for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Speed, Agility & Strength Spring I 2026 Our Speed Agility and Strength class focuses on the building blocks that every kid needs to be a healthy athlete in a fun and challenging way. The exercises and drills we do will increase speed and strength, while also working on coordination, balance, and injury prevention. While these skills are important for athletes, in can also be useful for any child or young teen who is looking to be more active!Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Tuesdays - Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	RESERVED	Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M5 Multi-Use Field (Center N)
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Fishing Derby - Fishing Derby 2026 Join us for the annual Steve Horvath Memorial Fishing Derby! This free fishing tournament is open to ages 16 and under. Check in and on-site registration will take place on site under the small pavilion from 5:15 to 5:30 p.m., pre-registration is encouraged so you can save time and only have to check in! No fishing will be allowed until 5:30 p.m. Fishing will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the upper pond. The derby will conclude at 6:30 p.m. with an award ceremony. Prizes will be awarded for the largest fish in 3 age categories: 6 & under, 7-11 and 12-16. Come join the fun! Everyone must supply their own fishing rods, buckets, bait, etc.	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Mixville Pond
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Fishing Derby - Fishing Derby 2026 Join us for the annual Steve Horvath Memorial Fishing Derby! This free fishing tournament is open to ages 16 and under. Check in and on-site registration will take place on site under the small pavilion from 5:15 to 5:30 p.m., pre-registration is encouraged so you can save time and only have to check in! No fishing will be allowed until 5:30 p.m. Fishing will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the upper pond. The derby will conclude at 6:30 p.m. with an award ceremony. Prizes will be awarded for the largest fish in 3 age categories: 6 & under, 7-11 and 12-16. Come join the fun! Everyone must supply their own fishing rods, buckets, bait, etc.	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Small Pavilion
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Cardio Blast Spring 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM	Reserved	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Large Pavilion
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Spring 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Wednesday April 8, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Mixville Muck Run - Mixville Muck Run 2026 All those who register by Sunday, March 30 will receive a t-shirt at check in.A course will be laid out around Mixville Pond with obstacles along the way. Each team (3 or more individuals) is encouraged to cross the finish line together. Individuals are also welcome to participate. Team costumes are welcome! Participants should expect to get wet & mucky depending on course conditions. Old clothes, sneakers and towel are strongly advised; you may even want a change of clothes for the car ride home! Be sure to tell your friends to join the fun and register early! Check in begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Mixville Large Pavilion. Staggered starts will begin around 11:00 a.m. with older teams starting first. Pre-registration is encouraged and will save you money: Early Bird rate is $7/person. Registration the day of the event is discouraged, but available at Mixville beginning at 10:30 a.m. and will cost $15/person; payment can be check made out to Cheshire Parks & Recreation, cash (exact change) or credit card.	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Walking Club Spring 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Walking Trail
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class April 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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)
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tabor Room

Thursday April 9, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Tai Chi - Yang Style (Spring 2026 - Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Touch a Truck - Touch a Truck 2026 Don't miss out on this fun event! Trucks and vehicles from town departments and local businesses will be parked in the main lot at Bartlem Park from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Children are invited to get up close to these big trucks and even sit in the driver's seat! Many horns will be honked during this event, so those with sensitive ears may want to bring earmuffs, ear plugs or noise cancelling headphones. In addition to the trucks, there will be other fun activities too!There is no registration for this free event, but to support our neighbors in need all are asked to consider bringing a non-perishable food item for the Cheshire Food Pantry. Does your business have a truck? Do you want to help us make this event memorable? Volunteer to be a part of this wonderful community event by signing up here by March 15!	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Thursdays- Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors April 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 (Thursdays - Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Circuit Training Spring 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice April 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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)
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Spring 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Friday April 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Chalk It Up - Chalk It Up 2026 Chalk and chalk paint will be provided for you and your family to draw in a marked space along the sidewalk at Bartlem Park. There will be music and local artists to advise in the process. Most spaces will be 10’ by 10’, but later registrants may be assigned a 6’ by 6’ space. The walkway will reopen to the public at 2:30 p.m. for all to enjoy the artwork!Pre-registration is required before Thursday, April 2 to guarantee a space and chalk supplies.	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Walking Trail
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Beginner Yoga Spring 2026 Session I Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Mindful Meditations and Movements We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf

Saturday April 11, 2026
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Spring 2026 Saturdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
9:00 AM - 9:45 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Zumba with Donna Spring I 2026 - Saturdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Storybook Art - Storybook Art Storybook Art – Each week we’ll read a Caldecott Honor or Medal picture book and explore its beautiful illustrations. Then, the kids will be led in creating their own artwork inspired by the story’s theme or the illustrator’s medium – bringing books to life through art. For this session, three of the storybooks will be: Have You Seen My Duckling? by Nancy Tafuri, Berry Song by Michaela Goade, and Mr. Rabbit and the Lovely Present by Charlotte Zolotow. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM	Young Artists - Young Artists Young Artists – In this playful art class, children will explore a variety of art materials while expressing their creativity. Each week a storybook will spark inspiration and guide their art-making. Young artists will enjoy discovering new ways to create art while building confidence and a love for art! Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM	Young Artists - Young Artists Young Artists – In this playful art class, children will explore a variety of art materials while expressing their creativity. Each week a storybook will spark inspiration and guide their art-making. Young artists will enjoy discovering new ways to create art while building confidence and a love for art! Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM	Comics (Adults) - Diary Comics Diary Comics – This class explores diary comics – short, personal comics that capture moments from everyday life. We’ll look at work by cartoonists like James Kochalka, Liz Prince, Dustin Harbin, Julie Doucet, and others as inspiration while creating cartoon versions of ourselves. Through experimenting with different ways of telling stories from our daily lives, students will begin making bite-sized comics that can stand on their own, or taken together over time, can become the foundation for a larger graphic memoir. Instructor: Megan Jeffery No Class: 4/4	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Baseball Camp & Clinic - Baseball Clinic: Spring 2026 Run by the Cheshire High School baseball coaching staff and players with proceeds benefiting the CHS Baseball Teams! This is a fun baseball opportunity appropriate for all player abilities.	CHS (525 S. Main St., Cheshire) - CHS Baseball Field: Varsity (CHS D3)

Sunday April 12, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Colorful Fish Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:30 AM - 12:00 PM	Stained Glass - Stained Glass Frog or Tulip (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)Stained Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the stained-glass craft to create their very own wearable stained-glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)Dichroic Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the dichroic glass craft to create their very own wearable dichroic glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM	Stained Glass - Stained Glass Frog or Tulip (PM) 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)Stained Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the stained-glass craft to create their very own wearable stained-glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)Dichroic Glass Jewelry - In this beginner workshop, students will learn the basic techniques of the dichroic glass craft to create their very own wearable dichroic glass art. With a variety of glass colors and textures to choose from, you'll be able to make earrings, pendants, bracelets, and more! Instructor: Sarah Segovia (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM	RESERVED	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Birthday Party
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym

Monday April 13, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Advanced Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Colored Pencil - Colored Pencil Techniques Colored Pencil - New students will learn blending and layering techniques required to create works of art suitable for framing. Returning students will continue to work on their own projects with help and guidance from the instructor. New techniques may be learned to enhance their skills and provide the ability to tackle more complex compositions. All students will use Artist quality Prismacolor wax based colored pencils and artist quality Stonehenge paper. Instructor: Norma Curtis (6 weeks) No Class: 4/4Colored 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. Emphasis will be placed on achieving correct 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) No Class: 4/6 Colored Pencil Workshop - Let’s have some fun creating works of art to celebrate the fall season! Step by step instructions will help you create beautiful, framed works of art. Pictures will be pre-drawn for you. No experience is required! The instructor will provide help and guidance to the students. All supplies are provided including a wooden frame and mat to complete your artwork. Instructor: Norma Curtis (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Drawing (Kids) - Drawing Fun Drawing Fun - This class is perfect for kids who love to draw, doodle and explore their imaginations. With guided projects and plenty of room for personal expression, young artists will build confidence and have a blast bringing their ideas to life. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 3/6Advanced Drawing Skills - Take your drawing to the next level while you sketch various still life set ups in this instructional workshop. Build upon your drawing skills focusing on perspective, proportion and shading to create realistic finished pieces in various media. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Find Your Flow: Mindful Yoga We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:50 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Empower Hour for Women (Spring 2026 Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym

Tuesday April 14, 2026
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Balance & Stability (Spring 2026 Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (AM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting (AM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM	Watercolor - Exploring Watercolor (PM) Exploring Watercolor - This class explores the many joys and challenges of painting with watercolor. Each week will include a short demo to get us warmed up and instructor suggestions for paintings which may span more than one class. Students may bring their own reference or simply choose to work from the provided ideas. Whether you are new to this medium or just want to dedicate time during your week to practice and improve your skill, this class offers something for you. Join me while we explore a variety of techniques and subjects. Students will be encouraged to work on composition and values as well as color mixing and water control. We will mainly focus on landscapes but this will vary depending upon class input and interests. So come and join us for a bit of escape, fun and play with this magical medium. Instructor: Bonny Hartigan (6 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Oil Painting - Oil Painting Advanced (PM) Oil Painting - Learn the basics of oils with an emphasis on technique and color mixing. You’ll begin with a project designed by the instructor and then move on to a subject of your choice. If you already have some experience with oils, join this fun class and increase your knowledge of techniques and delve deeper into the theory of color. Instructor: Rita Paradis (6 weeks) No Class 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Afternoon Club Winter 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM	Speed, Agility & Strength for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Speed, Agility & Strength Spring I 2026 Our Speed Agility and Strength class focuses on the building blocks that every kid needs to be a healthy athlete in a fun and challenging way. The exercises and drills we do will increase speed and strength, while also working on coordination, balance, and injury prevention. While these skills are important for athletes, in can also be useful for any child or young teen who is looking to be more active!Class is held at Bergamo’s Martial Arts, 272 Sandbank Road, Cheshire.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Tuesdays - Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Cartooning (Kids) - Cartoon Your Favorite Characters Cartoon Your Favorite Characters – In this fun, follow-along class, kids will learn to draw their favorite cartoon characters step-by-step. Then, they’ll use their new skills to imagine and create their very own original cartoon characters. It’s a great way to build confidence, creativity and cartooning know-how. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/4, 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Painting (Kids) - Painting Techniques Painting Techniques - Students will use acrylic 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) No Class: 4/7Paint 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. Instructor: Kristy Endriss (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:00 PM - 5:45 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 6-12 yr (Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM	RESERVED	Quinnipiac Park (1325 Cheshire St, Cheshire) - Quinnipiac M5 Multi-Use Field (Center N)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Reserved	Mixville Rec. Area (1300 Notch Rd, Cheshire) - Large Pavilion
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Cardio Blast Spring 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Graphic Novel - The Graphic Novel The Graphic Novel - In this creative class, kids will explore age-appropriate graphic novels and learn what makes them so fun to read – and to create! We’ll write our own stories, then bring them to life with colorful covers, splash pages and comic-style artwork. Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/7	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Spring 2026 Tuesdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Wednesday April 15, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Wednesdays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 10-14) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM	Homeschool Artist Study - Homeschool Artist Study (Ages 5-9) Homeschool Artist Study - Spark your child’s imagination with this class, where art history meets creativity. Students will discover famous artists and their unique styles through fun, age-appropriate activities and art-making. Each class encourages curiosity, expression, and a joyful connection to the world of art. Instructors: Kelley Cooney & Kristy Endriss (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM	Drawing (Adults) - Drawing Immersion Drawing Immersion - This foundational art class is focused on transforming three-dimensional subjects into two-dimensional drawings through the precise study of light, shade, and volume. This course will emphasize observational techniques to help artists understand how light defines the shape, depth, and texture of objects. There will be a new study each class; whether or not a student completes the drawing will depend on their abilities. There is less emphasis on completing a project and more on learning a skill and how to use new knowledge and put it to action. Instructor: Janelle Chandler (5 weeks)Landscape Drawing - This class for beginners and intermediates is an opportunity to learn about drawing, observation and seeing the subject in both traditional and new ways. Different drawing concepts will be introduced and explored each week, including lines, scale, shading, texture and composition. There will be plenty of guidance for each student from the instructor. Bring several reference photos, prints or images of landscapes to work from or choose from our selection. Instructor: Mike Berlinski (6 weeks) No Class: 3/27, 4/3Life Drawing - Join Tony Falcone for a life drawing workshop that will teach students to draw the human form from a live model, using charcoal on paper. Tony will begin by demonstrating his process in capturing a likeness through line, composition and value, and then teach and guide students how to see and sketch what they are seeing while exploring their own style and artistic approach.  The goal of the workshop will be to complete a final sketch. Instructor: Tony Falcone (1 day)Pen & Ink - Discover the expressive power and intricate detail of pen and ink. Designed for artists of all levels, from complete beginners to those looking to refine their skills, this workshop will explore a range of mark-making techniques to render rich, natural textures and create a sense of depth and form. By the end of the workshop, you will have gained confidence in using the medium and completed a small drawing to practice new skills. Instructor: Janelle Chandler (1 day)	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Highland: Robotics (Grades 4-6) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Highland School (490 Highland Ave, Cheshire) - Room 53 (Art Room)
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM	Therapeutic Recreation - TR Walking Club Spring 2026 Therapeutic Recreation programs provide individuals with various abilities to participate in leisure activities. Participants will gain new experiences and have opportunities for social engagement in a supportive, safe environment with experienced staff.Programs are designed for participants with various special needs, but individuals without special needs are welcome to participate too! 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. For more information about programs or to discuss a participant's specific needs, please contact Therapeutic Coordinator, Barbara Costello bcostello@cheshirect.gov.	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Walking Trail
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Art Explorers - Art Explorers Art Explorers - Each week students will explore a new medium through various open-ended, process-based projects. With a focus on creativity over perfection, students will explore textures, colors and techniques while building confidence, improving fine motor skills and gaining an appreciation for the creative process. Instructor: Kelley Cooney (5 weeks) No Class: 4/6, 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Middle Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Board Games Afterschool Club (Gr. 3-6) - Board Game Afterschool Club - Spring 2026 SPRING REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 1STWednesdays 4:30 p.m - 6:00 p.m.at the Yellow House (554 So. Main St.)(group is limited to 20 kids)3rd-6th GradersBring your friends and make new ones while playing classic and newer edition board games. The Yellow House has a variety of games & puzzles available to play or members can bring their favorite game from home. Each afternoon will have a theme that members can participate in.  We’ll also have trivia & Pictionary days and other fun interactive group games.  We'll even head outside for some group games on nice afternoons.  Board games are a great way to improve social skills like communication, teamwork and confidence. Snacks will be provided each night.SPRING 2026 SESSION begins on March 25th!  Registration opens March 1st club does not meet on April 8th	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM	Sewing (Kids) - Sew Easy Sew Easy - Yes, kids can safely sew on a machine! Learn all about how a machine works and then get sewing with simple projects like a pin cushion and small bags. We’ll also learn hand stitching utilizing embroidery thread and felt to create cute animals like a teddy bear, dogs and cats. Embellish with fun buttons, sequins, bling and fancy stitches. Choice of projects will include small pillows, bags, stuffed animals and more. Previous students are welcome to attend and to continue with more advanced sewing projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
5:30 PM - 6:15 PM	Dance with Me: Intro to Ballet & Tap (adult & child class) - Dance with Me: Spring 2026 In this introductory ballet and tap dance class, children will experience the fun of simple preliminary ballet movements and beginner tap movements with a parent or caregiver. The children will develop their motor skills, interact with peers and with the help of their parent/caregiver get a taste of this wonderful performance art form. Adult/child pairs will learn one short ballet and one short tap dance for families to view on the last day of class. Tap shoes are a must for the children; leotard, tights and ballet slippers are recommended but not required. Adults are welcome to wear tap shoes, ballet slippers and dance attire if they so desire, but athletic shoes and clothing are sufficient for the adults. This is a great way to bond and have fun while introducing dance to your child!	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Python Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Women's Class April 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 - 9:30 PM	Basketball - Ray Voelker Over 30 Basketball - Over 30 Basketball 2025-2026 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 $20 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 (100 Park Ave. Cheshire) - Gym
6:15 PM - 7:00 PM	Dance: Intro to Hip Hop for Pre-Teens - Hip Hop & Jazz: Spring 2026 Learn the basics of Hip Hop and Jazz dance while having a blast! Each class will start with a warmup. Then students will learn some specific jazz/hip hop steps in center of the floor and also traveling across the floor. At the end of each class students will learn a short combination of steps set to music. Combinations may carry over from week to week to create a longer dance or they may change to mix it up a bit. Participants should wear clean sneakers or jazz shoes. Typical exercise clothes, such as a fitted top and snug-fitting shorts or yoga-type pants are encouraged. No sweatpants or baggy clothes, please.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM	Clay - Clay Play Clay Play - In this hands-on class, kids will use air-dry clay to sculpt tiny characters, animals and fun food creations. They’ll learn basic sculpting techniques and how to work with a material that dries quickly into durable, play-ready miniatures. It’s a fun, creative way to turn imagination into something you can hold in your hand or decorate your room! Instructor: Megan Jeffery (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
6:15 PM - 7:45 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. Students will learn a variety of skills including piecing, applique and quilting. Projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, or pillow covers. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects. Instructor: Christine Jewell (5 weeks) No Class: 4/8	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Teen Hangout (Gr. 7 -9) - Teen Hangout - Spring 2026 Stop by with your friends to relax and have fun. Watch a movie, have a Nintendo Switch battle, play board games, join a game outside, do homework or just hangout! Snacks and sometimes pizza included. No daily registration required just a one-time registration online for the Spring session Spring SessionWednesday Nights:  6:30-8:30pmMarch 25th - May 27th(Yellow House Closed Wed. April 8th)FEE: $40.00 (covers snack & occasional pizza costs over the 9 weeks)Spring registration opens March 1st	Yellow House (554 South Main St, Cheshire)
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Hip Hop to Fitness Spring 2026 We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Thursday April 16, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Mah Jong - Mah Jong Mah Jong –  Mah Jong is a fascinating, rummy-like game played with tiles rather than cards. It originated in China and is enjoying a resurgence in popularity with players around the state. This class will allow you to become familiar with the elementary principles of the game in a supportive and positive class experience. You'll get playing in no time! We will be teaching the American version. Instructor: Donna Lodynsky (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9Each student must purchase a National Mah Jong League play card for $16 prior to class.https://www.nationalmahjonggleague.org/PaperForm.aspx	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Front Room
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Tai Chi - Yang Style (Spring 2026 - Session I) We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM	Pastels - Pastels	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
12:15 PM - 2:45 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 12:15 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chapman: Engineering is Elementary (Grades 2-3) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Chapman School (38 Country Club Rd., Cheshire) - Library
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM	STEM Programs with CT STEM Academy - Chapman: Engineering Is Elementary (Grades 4-6) - Spring 2026 STEM Activities brought to Cheshire through a collaboration with CT STEM Academy.	Chapman School (38 Country Club Rd., Cheshire) - Classroom 22
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM	Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel - Painting - Acrylic / Oil / Pastel 3:00 Acrylics, Oils & Pastels - Students will learn drawing, painting and composition as they are taken through of the steps and techniques to start and finish a painting. Instructor: Mally DeSomma (6 weeks) No Class: 4/9	Artsplace at Ball & Socket Arts (493 W. Main St., Cheshire) - Back Room
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Bergamo's Ninja-Fit - Bergamo's Ninja-Fit 3-5 yr (Thursdays- Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Juniors April 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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 (Thursdays - Spring I 2026) 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.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
6:00 PM - 6:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Circuit Training Spring 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM	Golf Lessons - Golf Lesson - Adult Novice April 2026 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. These are group lessons that consist of 4 one-hour sessions covering a wide variety of topics. 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)
7:00 PM - 7:45 PM	Fitness Programs for Adults - Build & Burn: Spring 2026 Thursdays We are proud to offer a variety of fitness classes appropriate for all fitness levels. Please review each class description below and decide which one appeals to you to the most. Our dedicated instructors are excited to help you achieve your fitness goals! Be sure to click on the dates below and review your receipt for holidays or other dates that the classes does not meet during the session. In addition to these fitness classes, the Community Pool also offers Aquatic Fitness Classes. Please click here to view those programs.	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Main Room

Friday April 17, 2026
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 2 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Aquatic Fitness Programs - Aquamotion Winter 2026 Session 2 3 days/week	Community Pool (520 S. Main St., Cheshire)
2:15 PM - 6:00 PM	Practice/Games	Youth Center (559 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Tennis Courts
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park D1 Big Diamond
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM	Practice/game	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M3 Multi-Use Field (South)
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Mindful Movers Yoga Winter 2026 Session III Fridays Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Yoga for Youth at Bergamo's Martial Arts - Beginner Yoga Spring 2026 Session I Yoga is a practice that connects the body, breath and mind. A regular yoga practice can promote endurance, strength, calmness, flexibility and well-being. There are a variety of types of yoga. Read below for the descriptions of the offerings we are proud to provide.	BPT Fitness & Bergamo Martial Arts (272 Sandbank Rd., Cheshire)
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Coding at The Coder School - Minecraft Coding (Winter 2026 - 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 (100 Elm St, Cheshire)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M2 Multi-Use Field (North)
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Park M7 Multi-Use Field
5:30 PM - 8:45 PM	RESERVED	Bartlem Park (520 S. Main St., Cheshire) - Bartlem Turf