Milford Recreation Fall

Milford

Recreation

Fall Guide

1 Union Square • Milford, NH 03055

Phone (603) 249-0625 • Fax (603) 673-2273

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Home Alone Safety Class Ages 8-11. Learn the basics of being safe when home alone for short periods of time. We’ll talk about how to answer the telephone and door, internet safety, first aid techniques, accident prevention and fire protection and more will be discussed. Youth will have a better understanding of responsibility & independence. This is an interactive class. Bring a snack and water. Each student will receive a handbook. Instructor: Jackie W Registration Deadline 10/28 Thursday 11/4 3:30-5:30pm Minimum of 8 students/Max of 15. Fee: Res: $35 NRes:$40 Heron Pond Cafeteria Instructor will be there at 3pm for kids staying after school

Youth Tennis Clinic

Ages 7-9 and 10-13. Geared toward beginner and intermediate tennis players. Students will learn the rules of the game and the fundamental skills through fun games and drills. Skills learned include: scoring, forehand and backhand shots and volleys. Instructor: Andy M. Registration deadline 9/14 Min:4 Max:8 per group Tuesdays 9/21-10/12 (7-9) 4-4:45pm (10-13) 5-5:45pm Fee: Res $35/NRes $40 Keyes Tennis Courts.

Toddler Programs

Toddler Dance Class Ages 3-5. In our YR Dance! classes your child will learn the basics of dance styles like ballet and jazz. Your child will explore creative movement using their imagination, balance and coordination to express themselves. Com-bining the two makes for a great use of your child’s ener-gy and a lot of fun! Registration Deadline: 1 week before each session Min: 6 Max:12 Wednesdays 10-10:30am Ses 1: 9/8-9/29 Ses 2: 10/13-11/3 Ses 3: 11/17-12/15 (No class 11/24) Fee: Res $35 NRes $40 Town Hall Auditorium

Creative Movement Ages 2-4 In our creative movement classes we use our imagination to help us hop like a frog, walk like a bear, sing and dance even take a ride on an animal train! While we have such fun, our little ones fall in love with the idea of movement and exercise! Registration Deadline: 1 week before each session Min: 6 Max:12 Wednesdays 9:30-10am Ses 1: 9/8-9/29 Ses 2: 10/13-11/3 Ses 3: 11/17-12/15 (no class 11/24) Fee: Res: $35 NRes:$40 Town Hall Auditorium

Youth Programs

Tiny Kicks & Power Kickers Youth Soccer Programs (With Parent)

Ages 2-5. Get your children outdoors & moving! Join us for Tiny Kicks & Power Kickers, an introduction to soccer program for ages 2-5. While learning about soccer they will also improve coordination, following instructions, en-courage locomotion and living a healthy and active life-style! Parent participation is necessary. Min of 5 participants. Registration Deadline 9/7 & 10/5 Keyes Multipurpose Field/ Auditorium Tuesdays 9/14-10/5 & 10/12-11/9 (No 11/2) Res $30/NRes $35 Tiny Kicks: Ages 2-3, 10-10:30am Power Kickers: Ages 4-5, 10:45-11:15am Instructor Andy M. *** Try this Class for Free 9/7***

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Creative Arts for Toddlers Ages 3-6 This class will focus on reading an art related children’s story and exploring a variety of art materials. Class runs for 60 minutes and all art materials are includ-ed and provided. All creations are brought home at the end of each class. Parent participation required. ****Class themes include explorative painting, nature themed art projects, crafting and mixed media/drawing materials. Registration Deadline: 1 week before each session Min: 5 Max:12 Ses 1: 9/10 and 9/17 9:30-10:30am Ses 2: 9/24 and 10/1 9:30-10:30am Fee: Res: $36 Nres: $40 Town Hall Banquet Hall

Safe Sitter: Babysitter Training Course Ages 11-15. This fun and exciting course teaches sitters the importance of their job responsibilities. Topics include accident prevention, proper play and interaction with children of all ages, problem behavior and CPR introduction! Participants will be prepared to respond effectively in an emergency situation. Prepare your child increased responsibilities and money earning potential. This is a 1-day (6.5 hour) intensive training course. Please pack a lunch. Safe Sitter course includes training manual and completion card. Registration Deadline 10/26 Instructor: Jackie W Min: 6 Max: 8 Tuesday 11/2 9am-3:30pm Fee: Res: $90 Nres:$95 Town Hall Auditorium

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Community Theatre Club Ages 6+ Participants will enjoy acting, singing and chore-ography with a culminating performance. No initial audi-tion necessary to join. Registration Deadline: 10/27 Min: 4 Max:25 Wednesdays 11/3-12/15 4:30-6pm (No class 11/24) Instructor: Jackie W Fee: Res: $45 NRes:$50 Town Hall Auditorium

Community Chorus Club Ages 16+ Participants will enjoy singing in harmony with others and have the option of auditioning as a soloist with a culminating performance. No initial audition necessary to join. Registration Deadline: 9/15 Min: 4 Max:25 Wednesdays 9/22-10/27 4:30-6pm Instructor: Jackie W Fee: Res:$45 Nres: $50 Town Hall Auditorium

Youth Programs

Therapeutic Seated Yoga

Adults (Recommended 50+) This is a gentle seated yoga practice. It can be done anywhere, no special clothing required other than to be comfortable and loose fitting. People with physical disabilities are encouraged to try this. Moves are done slowly and mindfully. Registration Deadline: 9/2 and 10/7 Min: 6 Max:15 Thursdays, 10-11am Session 1: 9/9-9/30 Session 2: 10/14-11/4 Fee: Res- $40 Nres-$45 Town Hall Auditorium

Tai-Chi/Qigong Foundations This class covers qigong/tai chi fundamentals of breath work, movement, posture alignment, and visualization. Consistently practicing these gentle, meditative movements improves balance, coordination, flexibility, strength and mental clarity. Safe and suitable for everyone, all movements can be modified and effectively compliment other health and wellness pursuits. Mondays 6-7pm Fall Session : 9/20-12/27 (No class 10/11, 11/22, 12/20) Fee: $10 each class / register for each week individually Town Hall Auditorium

Adult Programs

Forest Bathing Ages 18+ Join Forest Therapy Guide Laura Putnam for a slow guided wander in the woods. Forest Bathing, which originated in Japan, has been proven to reduce blood pressure, increase immunity, improve focus and creativity, and is becoming increasingly popular in the US. This class is designed to open each of the senses and create space for connection and interactive experience with the forest. Part guided meditation part nature walk, this class is for everyone, regardless of fitness level. Min: 4 Max: 8 Fee: Res: $15 per class NRes: $20 Schedule: 9/25 and 10/9 10-11:30am Register for each class individually Registration Deadline: 1 week before each class Location: Monson Center


Senior Programs Coffee Connections 10:00-11:30am Banquet Hall in Town Hall 3rd Floor

2nd Wednesday of the Month

Sept. 8th: Scarecrow Building Join us as we help out the Milford Rotary and Lion’s Club by building scarecrows. The scarecrows will be dis-played around town to get the community excited for Pumpkin Festival and the chance to build their own scarecrow. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Registration required by Sept 3rd.

Oct 13th: Seated Yoga Join us for a gentle seat-ed yoga practice in which movements are done slowly and mindfully. Please wear comfortable clothing that is loose fitting. This is a great way to try out one of our new classes. Snack & beverages will be provided. Registration required by October 8th 603-249-0625

November 10th: Thanksgiving Craft and Wreath Making Today we will create a beautiful Thanksgiving craft. We will also be decorating a wreath as a donation for the Wadleigh Library: Wreaths Around Wadleigh! Snacks and beverages will be provided. Registration required by November 5th 603-249-0625

December 8th: Senior Luncheon Enjoy the spirit of the holidays – join us for a catered full-course turkey dinner. Games, laughter, great merriment and raffle prizes! Please bring a non-perishable food item for SHARE. Registration required by November 24th 603-249-0625

BRUNCH BINGO Every 4th Wednesday (Mar-Nov)

12:00pm-2:00pm 3rd floor Banquet Hall,

Milford Town Hall $2 for 2 Bingo cards, product prizes for

winners of each game

Bring a brown bagged lunch and play B-I-N-G-O! OR

Lunch can be provided by Meals on Wheels of Hills-borough County ($2.00 suggested donation)

To reserve lunch, please call Carol McKillip 603-424-9967 by the Friday before the event.

Adult Programs

Beginner Friend & Family Archery

Ages 8-104. Expect to learn and or sharpen your skills, as you experience the magic sound of hitting the target. Start on your journey to be like the Night of Old with this ancient sport that allowed humans to hunt without having to fist fight a saber tooth tiger. It’s time to let go of the string and stress for an hour as you experience this an-cient sport. Form and safety will be emphasized. Honor, Respect and Kindness are expected while on the archery range. Min: 5 Max: 10 Fee: Res: $75 NRes: $80 Schedule: Thursdays 3:45-4:45pm & 5-6pm Session 1: 9/16-10/7 Session 2: 10/21-11/18 (No class 11/11) Registration Deadline: 9/9 & 10/14 Location: Adams Field /Town Hall Auditorium

For the Family

Okinawan Karate Ages 16+ Class will focus on the basic and intermediate skills of Okinawan karate with a heavy emphasis on stretching, fitness and self-defense. Class will be highly structured and tailored for each individual’s ability. Class will focus on empty hand self-defense and Okinawan classic weaponry as participants advance. Safety is a primary consideration in this class. Registration Deadline: 9/6, 10/11, 11/8 Min: 6 Max:15 Monday & Wednesday 5-6:30pm Ses 1: 9/13-10/13 (No 9/15 or 10/11) Ses 2: 10/18-11/10 Ses 3: 11/15-12/13 (No 11/24) Instructor: Lloyd Corricelli Fee: Res:$40 Nres: $45 Town Hall Banquet Hall

Mindful Wellness Ages 18+ Participants will practice mindfulness with var-ying relaxation techniques like gentle stretching, breath work, and guided meditation. Registration Deadline: 9/15, 10/13, 11/10 Min: 2 Max:10 Wednesdays 6:30-7:00pm Ses 1: 9/22-10/13 Ses 2: 10/20-11/10 Ses 3: 11/17-12/15 (No 11/24) Instructor: Jackie W Fee: Res:$30 Nres: $35 Town Hall Auditorium

Saturday 12/11

8:30-10:00am

Town Hall Auditorium

$9 Per Person

Children 2 & Under Eat Free

Pancakes & Sausage

Registration Deadline December 3rd

Register online at Milfordrec.com

Limited Seating

Trick or Treat! All ages. Stop by and ‘Trick or Treat’ with MRD at the Milford Oval Gazebo! The Recreation Department will have candy or a small toy to choose from (1 piece per child). Don’t forget to wear your costume! Limited supplies. Friday 10/29 3pm-4:30pm FREE! Milford Oval Gazebo

Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Adults 21+. We invite you to try your luck at our gam-bling getaway to Mohegan Sun. No Casino package available at this time. Saturday, 11/6 $40pp Depart Milford 8am/Depart Casino 4:30pm (Parking at Cirtronics, Rt. 13)

NH State Veteran’s Cemetery & T-Bones Restaurant We will first be visiting the NH State Veteran’s Ceme-tery in Boscawen, NH whose mission is to provide and maintain a dignified final-resting place to honor all veteran’s and eligible dependents which express-es the State’s gratitude for their service to the coun-try. We will spend time in the Veteran’s Heritage Learning Center and have the opportunity to see the Chapel and the Memorial Walkway. We will then stop at T-Bones Restaurant in Concord, NH for lunch before our trip home. Thursday, September 23 $39 pp Trip includes: Bus Transportation Location: (Parking at West Entrance Keyes Park, 127 Elm St.) Depart Milford 9:30am/Concord NH by 2:00pm Only 13 seats available!

Hobo Picnic Lunch Train Excursion Join us for a scenic train ride along the Pemigewasset River and a picnic lunch aboard the train! Wednesday, October 6 $68 pp Trip includes: Bus Transportation, Train Ride, Picnic Lunch Location: (Parking at West Entrance Keyes Park, 127 Elm St.) Depart Milford 8:30am/Lincoln, NH by 12:30pm Only 13 seats available!

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