REGISTRATION | PAGE 1 COMMISSIONERS & STAFF | PAGE 2

KIDSCAPADES | PAGE 3 PROGRAMS : AGES 4+ | PAGE 4 PROGRAMS : AGES 9+ | PAGE 5 PROGRAMS : AGES 14+ | PAGE 6 PROGRAMS : AGES 16+ | PAGE 7 QI GONG WORKSHOPS | PAGE 8

THANK YOU! | PAGE 9

EAST HADDAM PARKS & RECREATION | 1 PLAINS ROAD | MOODUS, CT | 06469 | P.O. BOX 385

PHONE: (860) 873-5058 | FAX: (860) 873-5042 | WWW.EASTHADDAMREC.COM

OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY 9 AM – 2 PM

FALL NEWSLETTER | SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER | NOVEMBER | 2019

EAST HADDAM PARKS & RECREATION | 1 PLAINS ROAD | MOODUS, CT | 06469 | P.O. BOX 385

PHONE: (860) 873-5058 | FAX: (860) 873-5042 | WWW.EASTHADDAMREC.COM

OFFICE HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY 9 AM – 2 PM

TO REGISTER FOR EAST

HADDAM PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS

ONLINE…

PLEASE NOTE: Programs are filled on a first come, first serve basis All Programs require advance registration, unless otherwise noted Please remain aware of registration deadlines, as materials, jerseys, etc. need to be purchased ahead of time. In addition, time for team placement and other planning details must be allowed for. Registration must be completed online or in person at the Parks & Rec. office Late charges may be applied to registrations submitted after the deadline No refund will be given after the program starts

STEP 1 Visit our website at www.easthaddamrec.com and click on the tab to register

STEP 2

If you do not have an account, please create one. Fill in your information and add each family member as a participant

STEP 2 Register for available programs and pay with credit card

EAST HADDAM PARKS & RECREATION | 1 PLAINS ROAD | MOODUS, CT | 06469 | P.O. BOX 385

(860) 873-5058 | WWW.EASTHADDAMREC.COM

COMMISSIONERS

MICHAEL DAVIS CHAIR

MARGY ROBERTS

CHICK GRILLO

TINA PISCOTTI

DAN CARBO

PATRICK LAFFAN

CHRIS MINER

MICHELE LARSON

STEVE BLANCHARD

STAFF

LISA CONROY DIRECTOR

BEVERLY CHRISTOPHER

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

EMILY DENICOLA OFFICE ASSISTANT

Toddler Sensory/Science Ages 3-4

Toddlers will discover the fun and fascinating world of sensory and

science through hands-on experiments and messy sensory explorations.

Thursdays 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Parks & Rec Activity Room

Sizzling Science Ages 4-8

Each week children will discover the fun and

fascinating world of science through amazing hands-on experiments, some with an

eruption component. Future scientists will be engaged and

inspired! Thursdays

3:15 PM – 4:15 PM East Haddam Elementary School

Toddler Time Art Ages 3-4

Does your child like to glue, paint, and use glitter, but you don’t want the mess at home? In this class, we will explore different materials and the mess stays here! Creativity is

encouraged and unique art projects are made based on seasons,

holidays, books, and characters. Thursdays

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM Parks & Rec Activity Room

Session 1: September 5, 12, 19, & 3 (No class September 26) Session 2: October 10, 17, 31, & November 7 (No class October 24)

Session 3: November 14 & 21; December 5 & 12 (No class November 28)

FOR MORE

INFORMATION, AND

TO REGISTER, PLEASE

VISIT OUR WEBSITE:

www.easthaddamrec.com

Fall Youth Soccer Ages 4-5

Adult & Child Movement Class Adults & Children ages 4-8

Mondays 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM September 30

October 7, 21, & 28 $50 (4 classes; 1 adult + 2 children)

$15 drop-in fee*

(*Please arrive 10 minutes early to fill out paperwork)

Saturdays September 7 – October 19

(No session October 12) 2 PM – 3 PM Nichols Field

$60

Registration deadline: August 24th

($15 late fee applies to registrations received after deadline)

Guitar Lessons Grades 2-12

Wednesdays October 2, 9, 16, & 30

(No class October 23 due to half day at school) November 6 & 13

Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School $60 (without the purchase of guitar) $100 (with the purchase of guitar)

This course is specifically designed for the beginning guitar player. Students will learn how to read music, play scales, use a pick, position both left and right hands, play songs, read chord charts, strumming and more. Students

must bring a guitar (acoustic or electric guitars are acceptable) and a guitar pick. If you don’t have a guitar,

you may purchase one as part of the registration package. A music book will be provided. Parents are welcome to attend and learn to play the guitar for free

with their child!

All participants will explore basic yoga poses that help with balance, strength and breathing. Please wear comfortable (exercise) clothing,

bring a yoga mat and water bottle. This program is suitable for children ages 4-8, accompanied by an adult. Maximum 2 children per adult.

Grades 2-5 3:30 – 4:30 PM

Crochet Club Are you interested in crochet and all of the wonderful things you can make with this heritage craft? Please join us as we

gather with others who love to crochet. Bring your hooks and some yarn. Together we will learn, enhance your knowledge,

and share in the enjoyment of this creative process. Free!

For date & time info, please visit www.easthaddamrec.com

Grades 6-12 2:15 – 3:15 PM

Skyhawks Flag Football

Grades 2-5

Children will learn skills on both sides of the ball including the core components of passing, catching,

and de-flagging or defensive positioning – all presented in a fun and positive environment.

Fridays September 13 – October 18

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Nichols Field $99 Registration: www.skyhawks.com

Fall Youth Soccer Ages 6-7

Practices: Wednesdays at Nichols Field

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Beginning September 4

Games: Saturdays at Nichols Field beginning

September 14 6 Games – No games October 12

$70

Jamboree (optional): 9/21 & 10/5

Coginchaug Regional High School

Registration deadline: August 24th ($15 late fee applies to registrations received after

deadline)

American Red Cross: When I’m In Charge

Ages 9+

Back to School: Tween-Teen Yoga

Ages 10-14

Mondays September 30

October 7, 21, & 28 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

$50 per participant (all 4 classes) $75 (2 participants in the same family)

$15 drop-in fee* (*Please arrive 10 minutes early to fill out paperwork)

Participants will learn the safe way to stay home alone. While parents should determine if their child

is ready to stay home alone, this class will help students make safe decisions and begin to feel more

comfortable with their skills and abilities.

Wednesday, September 18 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM

Parks & Rec Activity Room $40

Transition into the cooler months by fostering healthy habits! This class will focus on boosting confidence, engaging silliness, and finding core

strength through body alignment. With different yoga sequences, participants will explore each pose, mindful of their breathing and self-talk, creating a positive mind-body connection. This class may include sitting, standing, floor movement and

inverted poses. Please wear comfortable (exercise) clothing, bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

Grades 6-8 Mondays

November 18 & 25; December 2, 9, & 16 2:15 PM – 3:45 PM Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School

Consumer Science Room

Grades 4 & 5

Mondays September 16 & 30; October 7, 21, & 28 3:15 PM – 4:45 PM Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School

Consumer Science Room

Introduction to Cooking Basic measuring and safety skills will be explored. Students will

learn to cook and bring home a delicious treat each week! $70

Self-Defense Class One night self-protection seminar- will outline physiological, psychological, and

physical responses that occur within a person when they are in a situation where self-

defense is necessary. Will discuss the legalities of using force, as well as ideas and options for self-protection, from self-defense classes to

firearms, as well as other means of protection.

$50 Tuesday, November 19

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location TBD

American Red Cross Babysitting Class

Ages 11+

Participants will learn the basic skills necessary to be a safe babysitter. Attendees will

receive a certificate if they take the entire class and successfully demonstrate their skills to the

instructor. $65

September 9, 11, & 16

5:45 PM – 7:45 PM Parks & Rec Activity Room

FOR MORE INFORMATION,

AND TO REGISTER, PLEASE

VISIT OUR WEBSITE:

www.easthaddamrec.com

Self-Defense Class

Tuesday, November 19

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location TBD

Boot Camp Fitness Ages 16+

Get back to basics with a fitness boot camp class! These group sessions will focus on exercises and functional movements like push-ups, squats, sprints, and sit-ups. They provide a killer workout and a chance to sweat outside the gym. This program is designed to build

strength and fitness through a variety of intense group intervals over a 1-hour period of time. The class frequently gathers outdoors and moves inside during bad weather. Our fun group

dynamic will help motivate you while you improve your cardio, core strength, agility, and balance. Participants have used our class for weight loss, fitness, and race training.

August 15 - September 21

Tuesdays – 6:00 PM Municipal Gym

Thursdays – 6:00 PM Old Town Hall

Saturdays – 8:30 PM Old Town Hall

Registration

www.firstapproach.org

Questions

mdavis@firstapproach.org

1 Session/week: $45 2 Sessions/week: $69 3 Sessions/week: $87 Drop-in fee: $10

Registration deadline: August 30

Become an EMR (Emergency Medical Responder)

Gain the basic knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation to sick and injured patients. This 60-hour course features lectures, videos, simulated emergency situations, discussion, and hands-on skill practice based on the National CT

OEMS curriculum requirements and educational standards. Ages 14+

Tuesdays & Thursdays September 10 – October 24

6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Municipal Office Building $650

Certification testing fees, EMR textbook with online resources,

stethoscope, BP cuff, and AHA BLS CPR included in tuition price.

One night self-protection seminar- will outline

physiological, psychological, and physical responses that occur within a person when they are in a situation where

self-defense is necessary. Will discuss the legalities of using

force, as well as ideas and options for self-protection, from self-defense classes to

firearms, as well as other means of protection.

$50

Gentle Yoga Ages 16+

This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness or yoga experience. Increase your strength and flexibility while decreasing stress. Enjoy moving your body and breathing mindfully!

Wear loose comfortable clothing; bring a yoga mat and water to drink. Please call the office if

financial assistance is needed.

Pickleball Ages 18+

Men’s 18+ Hoops Wednesdays

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM July 3 – September 25

Full Session: $10 Drop-in fee: $2

Municipal Office Complex Gym

Tuesdays & Fridays 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Municipal Office Complex Gym Thursdays

6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Municipal Office Complex Gym

Pickleball Club Card (good for 10 sessions):

$40

Drop-in fee: $5

Wednesdays, September 4 – October 16 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Senior Center Fridays, September 6 – October 18

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Grange Hall

$65 per session $10 drop-in fee

Sundays, September 8 – October 20 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Senior Center

Fall Softball Ages 18+

What in the world is Pickleball?! It is a paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast-paced, competitive game for experienced players. It combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, and can be

played both indoors or outdoors on a badminton-sized court with a slightly modified tennis net. It is played with a paddle and

a plastic ball with holes that looks similar to a Wiffle Ball.

Thursdays September 16 – October 24

Games at Nathan Hale-Ray Softball Field

Teams of 10 – 16 Players For more information, please visit

www.easthaddamrec.com

Adult Co-Ed Soccer Beginning November 3 EHES Gym See EHPR website for details

Art as Dialogue with the Inner Self: An Earth Journey

Wednesday, October 16

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM $45

Saturday, September 28 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

$45

Seasonal Qi Gong Workshop All ages Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

You are invited to a seasonal Qigong Workshop!

We are in the midst of autumn, the phase of Metal, which is connected to the health of the lung system. The Metal phase is a time of condensing- extracting

what is essential from the earth energy of late summer and letting go of the rest. We will explore the may aspects of the Metal Phase in meditation,

visualization, and movement qi gongs.

All ages

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

This series explores the connection between our life journey and our

creative process. Through the use of group sharing, inner travel, and art experiences, the participants gain

insight and direction in their life journey and unlock the creativity that is our inalienable right as human beings.

The group formed will meet once a month from September to May to

create a continuous and deep experience. You can sign up for the

whole experience, or for one session at a time. Materials will be provided.

Qi Gong Workshop: Preparing for the Cold Season All ages Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult

Saturday, November 16 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

$45

Qigong is an umbrella term that covers movement, meditations, visualizations, and

breathing exercises that help us sense and train our qi. When there is an abundant flow of qi, we are

vital and harmonious and can navigate the continuous changes in our life with grace.

The end of summer is a time to pause and bask I the abundance we have created during the growing season before we start the preparation for winter. It is a time to nourish ourselves and find our center. This is the phase of Earth energy when we pay

special attention to the spleen and stomach.

For more information, and to register for a workshop listed on this page, please contact: Amalia Shaltiel amaliashaltiel@gmail.com (814) 571-8726

At East Haddam Parks & Recreation, we’re proud to offer fun, engaging programs to the members of our community. This involves a lot of work on our end- and still, we wouldn’t be able to do it without the unwavering support that we receive from each and every one of you. With that said, we’d like to extend a BIG thank you to everybody who helped make this summer so special...

THANK YOU to our Music on the River Committee, Music on the River donors; Janksy’s Rubbish for their donation of a dumpster for the Town Beach; the EHPR Summer Camp Staff; Chad Hemphill & Valley Bible Church for donating a bounce house for our Summer Camp Fiesta; those who have donated goods & materials for various EHPR Programs: Carol & Dick Parker (sewing supplies), the Wieleba family (basketball shooting game), Emily DeNicola (air hockey game), & the Denny family for giving us a screaming deal on a fabulous Ping Pong table. We would also like to thank those who have donated to the Lukas Breton Memorial Fund- with these donations, we were able to ensure that every child in East Haddam had the opportunity to attend this year’s Summer Camp & participate in fall sports. Thank you to: State Senator Norm Needleman, LAZ Parking, Matt Breton Remodeling, The MOMs Club of Moodus, Mark Thiede & Two Wrasslin’ Cats, St. Bridget’s Knights of Kildare, Denise Gable, Katherine Bristol, Ira Sakolsky, Denise Dombroski, Mark Bilodeau, Bonnie Fiala, MaryBeth Mordecai, Martha Hansen, Mauren Hollis, Laurie Fasano, Mary Brasile, Dianne Berner, Susan Merrow, Maureen Gillis, Maureen Goff, Timothy Cahill, Michael Marino, Diane Cyr, Deb Fiala, Jim Ouimette, Bethany O’Callaghan, Tracey Gionta, Carol F, Terri Carta, Jeanne Bradley, Bailey & Michael McKiernan, Tiara Calovis, Maria Davoodi, Kim Arcata, Catherine Day, Kyle Goodspeed, Deb Messier, Kathi Manzi, Cheryl Thistle, Kim Richards, Mary & Carol Martin, Lori Woodworth, Nora Dudchik, Erin Height, Joene Hendry & Ralph Chappel, Nancy Fall, and the Brasile Family.

As always, we are astounded and humbled by the support we receive from the incredible

people and organizations in our town. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

“Alone, we can do so little. Together, we can do so much.”

–Helen Keller