2016 Pawtucket Parks and Recreation Spring

GENERAL INFORMATION
The City of Pawtucket will not exclude anyone from participation in
any program or activity sponsored by the Pawtucket Parks and
Recreation because of a person’s race, color, or national origin.
If anyone believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination on
the basis of race, color, or national origin, he or she may file a
complaint alleging discrimination with either the Director of
Pawtucket Parks and Recreation, Slater Park Office, or the Office for
Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, DC
20240.
PAWTUCKET
PARKS & RECREATION
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PAWTUCKET PUBLIC LIBRARY
2016 SPRING PROGRAM
PARKS & RECREATION, Slater Memorial Park
Bookings and information 728-0500
Cindy @ ext. 251, Tracy @ ext. 252,
John Blais, Director 728-0500 ext. 257
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LOOFF CAROUSEL, Slater Memorial Park
401-952-7768 (during operational hours only)
Daggett Farm, Slater Memorial Park
639-4237 (during operational hours only)
PAWTUCKET LIBRARY,
Summer Street Susan Reed, Director
725-3714
LEON MATHIEU SENIOR CENTER
420 Main Street
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Special thanks to all of those who have a part in providing the
citizens of Pawtucket and visitors to our City with quality and
positive recreational programs and facilities.
Download registration forms or watch for additional
Pawtucket Parks & Recreation events and programs
through the City of Pawtucket’s website at
www.pawtucketri.com
To download or view - (Click “Departments” - click on to Parks
& Recreation—click on the top box “Park Flyers, Forms…”)
& click the pages of interest
Slater Park Pavilion—Slater Memorial Park
City of Pawtucket
Donald R. Grebien
Mayor
2016 SPRING CLASS REGISTRATION
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Name:
(please be sure to sign and date this page and submit with
class registration form and payment)
Address:
City:
Pawtucket Parks & Recreation Class Waiver
State:
Phone:
Zip:
Contact preferred (Ph/ Em) :
Email:
CLASS REQUEST
Pay Schedule: Is based upon the day. When registering for two
night classes (Zumba, Pilates,etc…), include class name after
“Class # 1” & “Class #2”. If you are taking one night for a
class offered on two nights, please specify which evening.
Cancelled classes will be made up at the end of the session and
are not subject to refund.
INDIVIDUAL PRICING ONLY
1 class & each additional after 2 (unless noted)
Residents = $20 Non– Residents = $25
2 class discount!! Pertains to Hi-Low Aerobics, Drums Alive,
Step, Zumba, Line Dancing, Pilates, Dance Aerobics,
Toning , ONLY !!!
Residents = $35.
Non-residents = $45.
Class # 1
COST =
Day:
level:
Class # 2
COST =
Day
GENERAL RELEASE
I, the undersigned, understand the nature of the activity and
my own capabilities and believe that I am qualified, in good
health, and proper physical condition to participate in such
activity. I hereby release, discharge, covenant not to sue and
agree to indemnify and save and hold harmless the City of
Pawtucket, their respective administrators, directors, agents,
officers, members, volunteers, employees, other participants,
sponsors, advertisers and, if applicable, owner and lease
carrier of premises on which the activity takes place (each
considered one of the Releasees, herein) from all liability,
claims, demands, losses, or damages on my account caused or
alleged to be caused in whole or in part by negligence of the
Releasees or otherwise including negligent rescue operations
and I further agree that if, despite this release and waiver of
liability, assumption of risk and indemnity agreement, I or
anyone on my behalf, makes a claim against any of the
Releasees, I will indemnify, save, and hold harmless each of
the Releasees from any litigation expenses, attorney fees, loss,
liability, damage, or cost which may incur as the result of
such claim.
Participant’s Name (please print)
level:
Participant’s Signature:
PLEASE
INCLUDE CLASS
WAIVER
*SEE PAGE 26*
FOR DETAILS
Office Use Only
Date:
Total amount paid:
Cash:
or Check# :
VETERANS’ FLAG
PROGRAM
The Parks & Recreation Division
honors our nation’s veterans, who
have passed away, through the Veterans’ Flag Program.
The program offers the opportunity for families of
deceased veterans to have their personal funeral flag fly
over the Pawtucket War Veterans’ Memorial Scallop
Shell in Slater Park. The flag would be flown for a two
month period and then returned to the family. For
further information about the program call
John Blais at 728-0500, extension 257.
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THE PAWTUCKET PARKS
COMMISSION
The
Pawtucket
Parks
Commission is a nine member
appointed advisory board involved in
the care and maintenance of the
City’s parks, fields and playgrounds.
The commission meets at the Slater
Park Office at 7:00 p.m. on the
second Tuesday of each month. The meetings are open
to the public. The Commission welcomes comments.
Visit the RI Secretary of State website (public meetings)
for meeting dates and agendas.
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Table of Contents
Registration Form
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Table of Contents
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Class Registration Information
(remember “Waiver” on page 30)
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Evening Exercise and Dance Classes
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Children’s Classes: Saturday morning
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Slater Park Looff Carousel & Parties
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Pawtucket Library Programs
9-17
Slater Park Paddle Boat Season Schedule
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Slater Park Youth Fishing Derby
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2016 City Events: Pitch, Hit & Run / Get Healthy
Pawtucket Day Festival
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2016 Bus Trips
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Future Events: SAVE THE DATE
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Slater Park Spring Events
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Tennis Programs for Youth & Adults
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Daggett House/Daggett Farm/Watercolor Society
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Park Picnics Permits & Wedding Photos
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Veteran’s Flag Program/Pawtucket Parks Comm.
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CLASS WAIVER (to accompany Registration—
front and back page of booklet)
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SPRING PROGAM SCHEDULE
All classes begin Monday, April 4 and continues
through Saturday, June 4 or until eight weeks have
been offered. (exception of Drums Alive & Ballroom
Dancing - see details pages 5 & 6)
***********CLASS CANCELLATIONS***********
School vacation:
Monday, April 18 through Saturday, April 23
In addition to Memorial Day, May 30
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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
IN PERSON OR BY MAIL:
**Proof of residency must be shown to receive residency fee.**
STARTS: March 16— Mondays through Fridays, 8:30
to 4:30 p.m. at the Slater Park Office
All cash payments must go through the office.
(Previous students do not need a registration form)
MAIL-IN REGISTRATIONS must include a check
payable to Pawtucket Parks and Recreation along
with the participant’s name, address, phone and
course title, waiver and day of preferred class to:
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Pawtucket Parks and Recreation
Slater Memorial Park
Pawtucket, RI 02861
Get the quickest updates on City classes and
events, click on to the tab
“Parks & Recreation” at www.pawtucketri.com
If you have any questions concerning the above, call the
office at 728-0500, extension 251.
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SLATER PARK AND VETS PARK
PICNIC AREAS
Permits will be available beginning
Friday, April 1 at the park office.
SLATER PARK is open May 7 until October 10
Site 13 with field: $25.00 residents $50.00 non-residents
Sites 1 thru 12: $15.00 residents $25.00 non-residents
VETS PARK (adjacent to the City Pool)
Please note: open July 2 until August 11 only
Sites 1 thru 6: $5.00 residents $10.00 non-residents
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Did you also know……..
The Daggett Farm picnic area could be a great
venue for your next outdoor event including
kids birthday parties, BBQs, horse shoe
tournaments and more…
Visit Daggett Farm and consider the possibilities.
Book your event from May 7th to August 28th
at 728-0500 ext 251
Plus...watch for the great free summer concerts
returning this summer to Daggett Farm!
go to www.pawtucketri.com
and click on to the “Parks & Recreation” tab for up-to-date details
in addition to other City events.
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WEDDING PHOTOS
Slater Park’s Marconi Garden is available for weddings
and photos. Permits are available at the Park office.
Photos only:
$20.00 residents $25.00 non-residents
Wedding and Photos:
$40.00 residents $50.00 non-resident
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Historic Daggett House
Located in Slater Memorial Park, built in
1685, this home is furnished with unusual
period antiques, including Colonial
pewter used in the Revolutionary War
and China owned by General and Mrs.
Nathanael Greene and the Daggett Family. Outstanding
needlework and furniture. Also, many Civil War articles
including several uniforms, and pieces of the Monitor and the
Merrimac.
Unless noted, classes are held at
Jenks Jr. High School at 350 Division Street or
Agnes Little School at 60 South Bend Street
The Daggett House may be rented for small parties.
Call 722-6931 for details and tour information.
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Daggett Farm & RIARC Greenhouse
The RIARC GREENHOUSE with the URI Master
Gardeners will be hosting three free classes in May.
They will take place in the back garden of Daggett
Farm, please stop by or call 722-2038 for info.
Don’t forget the greenhouse for all of your spring flower needs!!!
HI LOW IMPACT AEROBICS
Includes cardio and floor work.
Mondays: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Agnes Little Cafeteria
Instructor: Laurie Randall
STEP CLASS
Bring your own step.
Located in the historic “boathouse, RIWS is one of the oldest
watercolor organizations in America. RIWS offers classes,
workshops and demonstrations by nationally and regionally acclaimed artists. RIWS features an art gallery, library
and studio space.
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday
10 am - 4 pm Sunday 1 pm - 5pm
For additional information visit RIWS.org or contact
Lori Estrella at 401-726-1876
*THE GALLERY IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC *
Wednesdays: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Agnes Little Cafeteria
Instructor: Laurie Randall
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LINE DANCING
Don’t feel awkward at that next social event again!!! Have fun
while getting exercise by learning the top line
dances. Each week introduces a new line dance
with no need for a partner to participate.
Wednesdays: Jenks Cafeteria
6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Instructor: Kathy Marshall
Cost: $20 resident/$25 non-resident
The following classes are conducted two nights per
week. Simply choose both nights or mix and match
with another $20 / night class and receive the two
night discount. Please specify on your registration form.
ZUMBA CLASS
Tone and sculpt your body, while at the same time improving
your coordination and cardio endurance.
Mon & Wed: 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Jenks Gym
Instructor: Stephanie Jacobsen
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PILATES CONDITIONING
Pilates is designed to strengthen the back, hips, and
abdominal areas.
Please bring mat and weights
YOUTH TENNIS CAMP
At the Mike Kenny Courts in Slater Park for
ages 5 to 18 years old
(Space is limited)
CAMP Begins: June 27th to August 10th
Instructional - Mon. Wed. & Fr i
5-6 yrs old: 8:30—9:30
7-9 yrs old: 9:30—10:30
10-13 years old: 10:30—11:30
14-18 years old: 11:30 – 12:30
Advanced - (ages 10-18) Tues. & Thur s.
10-13 yrs: 8:30—10 am
14-18 yrs: 10:00—11:30 am
Registration begins: Sat, May 14
10:00 to 12:00 noon at the Slater Park Pavilion,
located behind the Park Office & adjacent to the carousel.
After May 14, registrations continue at the Slater Park
Office—Monday through Friday , 8:30 am —4:30 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Jenks Cafeteria
Cost: $ 50.00 residents $ 75.00 non residents
( Must bring a can of new balls)
Instructor: Molly Tierney
CO-ED SINGLES & DOUBLES LEAGUES
June 28 to August 4 (tentative)
Boys & girls ages 14 to 18 years
Starts June 28: Singles League: Tuesdays 1:00 to 2:15
Starts June30: Doubles League: Thursdays 12:00 to 1:15
Dance Aerobics involves energetic paced
dance choreography.
Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Agnes Little Cafeteria
Instructor: Diane Drape
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DRUMS ALIVE
starting April 12
A unique form of cardio exercise put to music. See how fun
exercising can be. Visit YouTube for a prequel to this
exercise alternative. Class size is limited and on a
first -paid, first-served basis.
Tuesdays: 7:10 to 8:10 Agnes Little School
Instructor: Jordan Dunne
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Availability for the Singles League is 22 members
Doubles League is 44 members.
Cost: $40.00 per league plus a can of new balls.
Directors: Sean McClelland & Nate Rebello
slatertennis@gmail.com
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At “SLATER PARK TENNIS”
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ADULT SUMMER TENNIS
LEAGUES
The Pawtucket Parks & Recreation
tennis leagues starts in early June at the
Mike Kenny courts in Slater Park.
Applications will be available at the Slater Park
office starting April 11th, League play starts June 6th
MEN’S DOUBLES - Monday evenings
WOMEN’S DOUBLES — Tuesday evenings
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MEN’S SINGLES — Wednesday evenings
WOMENS SINGLES — Thursday evenings
Cost: $40.00 residents $50.00 non-residents
(first year players pay a $20 fee to be refunded at the completion of the season)
Space is limited on a first come first served basis.
For further information, please call the Slater Park office at 7280500, extension 251.
ADULT TENNIS CLINICS
Whether you are someone 18 years of age or older
interested in learning the game of tennis or simply looking
to brush up on your skills, this clinic may be for you!
WHERE: Slater Memorial Park Tennis Courts
WHEN:
June 11 – July 23 (pending July 2 class)
Saturday morning
9:30 am – 11 am
COST: $75. / resident $85. / non-resident
6 week program (6 classes)– (rain dates will be made up)
REGISTER NOW !!! – ALL LEVELS WELCOME
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The following classes are not eligible as part
of the 2 class discount
YOGA
Students will be taught stretches and body postures
along with meditation, relaxation and breathing
techniques.
Bring your own mat.
7:15 to 8:30 p.m. - Agnes Little School
Level 1: Mondays
Level II: Thursdays
Instructor: Diana Marro
Cost: $35 residents - $45 non-residents
BALLROOM DANCING
This class will include swing, foxtrot and more!!
Wednesdays: Jenks Gymnasium
Beginners:
7:10 to 8:00 p.m.
Intermediate:
8:00 to 8:55 p.m.
Instructor: Tracy Rose
Cost: $40 resident - $45 non-residents—for the
eight week program starting on March 9th.
Registrations received after the March 9th date will
receive a pro-rated fee dependent upon date of signup. (**please note this is not outlined in the print editions of
this program.)
For continuous updates as well as cancellations
Pawtucket Recreation Bus Trips - Slater Park Tennis
Pawtucket Parks and Rec Gymnastics
Slater Park Camp - Slater Park Haunted Tunnel
SPRING “PET PICS” EVENT
sponsored by the Pawtucket Dog Park Committee
The following classes are offered for children ages 4
and older on Saturday mornings.
Classes start April 4th
GYMNASTICS 4 to 6 years
Level 1 is an introduction to gymnastics equipment and basic skills.
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.—Jenks Gymnasium
Saturday, May 14th 10 am—1 pm
at the Slater Park Pavilion
Start the new year off with a fresh new photo of your
furry family member. Not just for dogs ~ but cats are
welcome too !!
(please ensure your pet is comfortable in this setting !!!)
Photo with frame $7.
Level II is for older children, from beginners to advanced abilities
and concentrates on tumbling, bars, balance beam and floor work.
ADVANCED SKILLS
(must qualify) Students will be evaluated for admission to this class.
11:45 to 12:30—Jenks Gymnasium
Cost for the above classes:
$30.00 residents $35.00 non-residents
FUN WITH ARTS & CRAFTS
Create a different project each week! From 3rd to 6th graders, all
learn how to make wonderful crafts out of simple materials.
Saturdays: 9:30 to 10:30 - Jenks Art Room
Instructor: Kathy Marshall
Cost: $40 residents - $45 non-residents
includes most supplies.
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Photo only $5
All proceeds benefit the Pawtucket Dog Park
GYMNASTICS II - 7 to 16 years
10:45 to 11:45 - Jenks Gymnasium
(adjacent to the Dog Park an carousel)
SHAKESPEARE in the PARK
Saturday, May 28 2 pm at Marconi Garden—Slater Park
Produced by the Walking Shadow Shakespeare Project
“All
the world’s a stage”…and this spring Slater Park will be
the stage for William Shakespeare’s “As You Like It”
produced by Walking Shadow
Shakespeare Project!
Featuring local actors, live music
and vibrant costumes.
“A fun and refreshing take on
Shakespeare!!”- Stephanie Crugnola
Ham Radio Day
Saturday & Sunday, June 25th and 26th
Slater Memorial Park—Armistice Boulevard entrance
Members of the Associated Radio Amateurs of Southern New England will be participating in the national
Amateur Radio Field Day exercise, June 25 & 26. Since
1933, ham radio operators across North America have
established temporary ham radio stations in public locations during Field Day to showcase the science and skill of Amateur
Radio. This event is open to the public and all are encouraged to attend.
For more information about Field Day, contact Doug
at N2rdf-at-Yahoo-dot-com or visit www.arrl.org/what-is-ham-
SAVE THE DATE
May 17 - Registration for Tennis Camp
at Slater Park
May 27 —Registration for Slater Park summer camp— Pawtucket residents only
June 25—Veteran’s Park pool opens daily
June 25 - Tennis camp begins
July 5—Slater Park carousel opens daily and
Slater Park Summer Camp begins
July 5—Slater Park’s free Children’s
Performances begin weekly, every Tuesday
featuring acts this summer by T-Bone, Rock-aBaby and more…..
July 7—Slater Park’s free Thursday Night
Summer Concert Series begin weekly with
musical acts including Ronnie Dee,
Deluxe Edition, John Connors, Down City
Band and more…….
AND OF COURSE THE SUNDAY
RIVERFRONT CONCERTS AT THE DOWNTOWN VETERAN’S AMPLITHEATRE BEGIN JULY 10
For continuous updates as well as cancellations.
Like our “Facebook Pages”
Pawtucket Recreation Bus Trips
 Slater Park Tennis
Pawtucket Parks and Rec Gymnastics
 Slater Park Camp
 Slater Park Haunted Tunnel
 Slater Park Fall Festival
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LOOFF CAROUSEL IN
SLATER PARK
The Slater Park Looff Carousel, adjacent to the
Daggett House, is the oldest Looff “stander carousel” in the world. The carousel was built by pioneer craftsman
Charles I.D. Looff in 1895 and was installed at Slater Park in
1910. It has 44 horses, 3 dogs (rare) , 1 lion, 1 camel, 1 giraffe,
and 2 chariots.
SPRING HOURS OF OPERATION
OPEN: SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS only
11:00 a.m. To 5:00 p.m. from April 2nd (tentatively)
to July 4th
(starting July 5th we are open daily)
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
at the LOOFF CAROUSEL
Birthday parties at the Looff Carousel are available beginning
May 7. Parties are held during normal operating hours. The
cost is $95.00 for two hours.
For further information on how to schedule a party
for your child, call the Parks & Recreation office
at 728-0500, ext. 251 or visit the
City of Pawtucket website at www.pawtucketri.com
-scroll and click on to “Departments” - Parks and Recreation page offers downloadable Birthday Party registration forms and details
PLANNING A SPECIAL EVENT ??
NEED A SPECIAL VENUE??
For special occasions and after hour events at the
Looff Carousel,
cost is $200.00 for 2 hours.
Additional time after 2 hours is $100 per hour
Please call 728-0500 ext 251 for any answers or suggestions you
need to plan that special event
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Seekonk Human Services Trips
www.pawtucketlibrary.org
Friends of the Pawtucket Public Library
Annual Meeting
Saturday, March 5th at 10:00 a.m.
in the Library’s Woolley Conference Room
New friends are always welcome!
If you have been thinking about helping your library & community,
join the Friends! Read more about the Friends and find their
membership application at www.pawtucketlibrary.org/friends
Friends of the Library
Spring Book Sale
Saturday, April 2, 2016
9:00am-3:00pm
Open to the general public in the
Campbell Auditorium
International Tabletop Day 2016
Join us Saturday April 30th as the library participates in
International Tabletop Day 2016. Enjoy a var iety of boar d
games, card games and other activities throughout the day for
the novice through experienced gamer. All ages welcome.
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Game Night for Adults
On the third Monday of the month.
New and experienced gamers welcome.
No registration. For ages 16+.
Dates: Mar 21, April 18, May 16 & June 20
Select one of the games in the Library’s
collection (such as Pandemic, SushiGo, Munchkin, Carcassonne) or
bring one of your own favorites to share.
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Seekonk
bus trips leave from Seekonk Human Services. A
50% deposit is required at sign up and final payment must be
made two weeks prior to trip.
Checks are to be made payable to the “Town of Seekonk.” For
any information regarding trips please contact
Seekonk Human Services (508)-336-8772.
320 Pleasant Street - Seekonk, MA 02771
Thursday, April 28 -
Chicken and Slots, Twin River Casino
Cost $ 54
Sight and Sound
Theatre “Samson”
May 10-12 (3 Days & 2 Nights) -
Cost $389 = Double —$359= Triple —$529 Single
Newport Playhouse
Lobsterfest “Play It Again Sam”
Monday, June 20 -
Cost: $60
Thursday, July 14 - Best of
Cost: $60
Maine Tour
Thursday, September 22 - Tower
Hill
Botanical Garden/Old Mill Restaurant
Cost: $73
Thursday, October 13 -
The Buddliner Tour,
North Conway, NH
Cost: $88
Newport Playhouse “Nana’s
Naughty Knickers”
Thursday, December 8 -
Cost: $54
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY AS ALL TRIP DEADLINES ARE
GENERALLY 1 MONTH IN ADVANCE !!!!
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**2016 Pawtucket Recreation Bus Trips**
Offering quality bus trips throughout New England brought to
you by the City of Pawtucket Recreation Division and in
conjunction with the Town of Seekonk Human Services.
Detailed Bus Trip Booklets (Trip description, departure
times and location of departures) are available on the
City of Pawtucket website or at City Hall, Slater Park &
The Blackstone Valley Visitor’s Center.
Friday, April 22 -
Magic Wings & the Bridge of Flowers
Cost $74 /$69 14 & under
Saturday, May 21 - Bronx Zoo, N.Y.
Cost: $84. / $78 14 & under
Saturday, June 18 - Hampton Beach,
Cost: $41. / $38 = 14 & under
Teen Blog has all the latest news, info & programs:
pawtucketlibraryteens.blogspot.com/
Anime Club
6:00-8:00pm on March 3, April 7 & May 5
Enjoy pizza and Japanese Anime with other teens.
We watch all genres! Campbell Auditorium.
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Lighthouse Cruise &
Stonington Vineyards
Minecraft Club
3:00-5:00pm in the Library’s
Learning Center
Wednesday, July 20 —
Cost: $104 / $99 = 14 & under
Saturday, October 22 - Salem Witch
Cost: $66 / $61 = 14 & under
Tour
Saturday, December 3 - Christmas in Kennebunkport
Cost: $68 / $63—14 & under
Saturday, December 10 - New York City
Cost: $54 / $49 = 14 & under **departs from
Warwick
For further information on trips, please call the Parks and
Recreation office at 728-0500, extension 251.
“Like” us on Facebook: Pawtucket Recreation Bus Trips
March 7 & 21, April 4 & 18 and May 2 & 16
Create your own world with others in Minecraft.
Teen Movie Night
Starts at 6pm on March 30, April 27, and May 25
Come and watch a new dvd release on the library’s
big screen in the Campbell Auditorium.
Knit and Natter
6:00pm-8:00pm on March 9, April 13, and
May 11
Bring your latest knit or crochet project and
take a few minutes from your busy life to unwind with other crafters. All skill levels are
welcome. This program is for teens and adults.
Woolley Conference Room
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2016 Pitch, Hit & Run
Local Event
This event is for boys and girls city-wide and
participants do not need to be affiliated with
a baseball organization. There is no fee to participate.
Storytimes run approximately 30-45 minutes. Just drop in.
No registration necessary. Older/younger siblings are always welcome at all story
times. For more information, contact a Children’s librarian at
725-3714 x209 or email to childrens@pawtucketlibrary.org
Mother Goose Storytime Class
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.
For ages newborn to 24 months
Parents and caregivers with children ages newborn through 24
months are invited for playful songs, rhymes and games followed
by social time. Older siblings are always welcome.
Toddler Storytime Class
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 2 & 3 years old
Toddler Storytime Class is for children ages 2 and 3 with their adult
caregivers. This program features stories, songs and finger rhymes
and a craft. Older and younger siblings are always welcome!
PreSchool Storytime Class
Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
For ages 3 to 5 years old
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years with an adult caregiver are invited to the
library for stories, music, movement and other fun activities. Special
guests, therapy dogs Tinker Bell and Wendy, visit each week in storyrelated costumes. Younger siblings are welcome.
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Boys and Girls ages 7—14 years
Running, Pitching , “Hitting Competition”
Saturday, April 23 (raindate: May 7)
10:00 am—1:00 pm
McCarthy Park (adjacent to Boys and Girls Club
on School Street)
All local event winners will advance to the State Event to be held
at :
McCoy Stadium
Saturday, May 21 (raindate: May 22)
State finalists have the opportunity to go to Fenway Park!!!
For further information please contact John Blais at the Parks and
Recreation Division—728-0500, ext. 257 or at
jblais@pawtucketri.com
Get Healthy Pawtucket Day
A fun , informative community event of the Pawtucket School
Wellness Committee , COZ and the City of Pawtucket
Veteran's Memorial Park
Smithfield Avenue
April 30, 2016. 10 am—2pm
A chance for the whole family to spend a day trying new activities
and learning how to live a fun and healthy lifestyle."
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BassBum's 29th Annual
Kids Fishing Derby
The annual BassBum’s Kids Fishing Derby
will be returning the Slater Park Pond.
Children up to ages of 14 years and older
have enjoyed the excitement of this great
fishing tradition at Slater Memorial Park.
April 9 - from 5am to 12 noon
Registration begins at 5 am
$ 2. 00 per child
Age groups will be 7 and under and 8 to 14.
 Includes free hot chocolate and hot dogs to
all contestants
 Prizes of rods and reels along with tackle boxes
will be awarded for each of the twelve largest fish
by weight in each age group.
 You must be present to receive your award.
 Trophies will be awarded to the top 6 kids in
each age group.
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www.pawtucketlibrary.org
Your Favorite Children’s Programs
Read to therapy dogs
Tinker Bell & Wendy
Tuesdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm in Caidin Room
Need to practice reading or just like reading out loud?
Tinker Bell & Wendy would love to hear you read! Call
the Children’s Library at 725-3714 x209 to reserve your
15-minute reading spot. Free for children of all ages.
Family Movie Night
First Wednesday of the month @ 6:00pm
Library Campbell Auditorium
Children with their families are invited to watch a free movie
(rated G or PG). Kids age 10 or older may attend
without a caregiver. Feel free to bring your own snacks.
Drop-in Crafty Thursdays with Miss Maria
Artesanía para Niños con Miss Maria
Second Thursday of the month from 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
Best for kids 5 and up. Younger kids welcome with an adult.
March 10, April 14 & May 12
LEGO Club Fridays
For further information,please contact Bob Brown [bbfishin58@hotmail.com]
From 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Children’s Caidin Room
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Bring your imagination, we'll provide the LEGOs.-Megablocks
& Duplos too! Just drop in! Free. No registration.
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Children’s Library
Bilingual Family Story Hour /
Cuentos Bilingües en Familia
(English and Spanish)
Every other Saturday at 11:00am in the Caidin Room
March 5, March 19, April 2, April 16, April 30, May 14
Stories, sing-along songs and crafts for children of all ages. Cuentos
bilingües en Familia para niños de todas edades cada otro sábado.
Sensory Autistic Spectrum Story Time Class
Every Thursday, Starting March 17th
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Library Basement Auditorium
March 17, 24, 31 and April 7th
Families with young children on the Autism Spectrum are invited to participate in a
four week story time class. This is a weekly program that includes picture schedule,
music, movement sensory activity, and fun stories! Great for families looking for a
small group. Best for ages 3 - 5 year olds, but any child is welcome.
Registration required. Call 725-3714 x209 or email childrens@pawtucketlibrary.org
PADDLE BOATS RETURN
TO SLATER PARK
Brian & Gian from F & L Legacy Boating retur n with
their paddle boats after an exciting summer last year.
*Weather Permitting—inclement weather or heat waves
may force early closure for the day. Please check the
TWITTER account @FLLEGACYBOATING
for updates.
April 23—June 18 weekends only
11 am — 5 pm
June 20—August 19 open daily
11 am - 5 pm
August 22—October 2 weekends only
11 am—5 pm
Children’s Day/Book Day Event
El Día de los Niños/Libros
Saturday, April 16th
2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Library Basement Auditorium
The cost will be $5. per person for a 30 minute ride.
Cash or credit accepted.
Come join us to celebrate Children’s Day/Book Day, a national holiday celebrating
children, different cultures and the importance of literacy. This FREE event features
stories, music, craft, free books and a special performance from the Rhythm Imaginarium: Where the imagination runs free and rhythms are easily made using buckets, cans, voices, hands, real percussion instruments and more. Best of all, no musical experience required. J ust br ing your imagination! No r egistr ation r equir ed.
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Bookmobile Schedule
January 6, 2016 to June 18, 2016
Borrow movie DVDs, fiction & nonfiction books, children’s books,
large print books, paperbacks, books on CD & more!
WEDNESDAY:
9:20—9:50 Even Start (50 Park Place)
10:00—10:30 Cunningham Elementary (40 Baldwin St)
10:40—11:10 Varieur Elementary (486 Pleasant St)
11:30—Noon Darlington Early Childhood Center (First St)
THURSDAY:
1:30—2:00 Woodlawn Catholic Regional School (Weeden St)
2:15—3:00 Potter Burns Elementary (Carter Ave)
3:10—3:40 Parkview Apartments (Parkview Dr)
3:50—4:20 St. Teresa’s Church (358 Newport Ave)
FRIDAY:
9:15—9:40
Riverview Terrace (475 School St)
10:00—10:30 Dr Daycare (203 Concord St)
10:45—11:15 Pawtucket Child Development Center (Thornley St)
11:30—Noon Coats Manor (457 Lonsdale Ave)
SATURDAY:
10:15—10:45
11:00—11:30
2:20— 2:45
3:00— 3:30
St. Maria Goretti Church Lot (Smithfield Ave Lot)
McDonald’s (285 Armistice Blvd Shopping Plaza)
Doyle Manor (300 Broadway)
Corner of State St & 1st St
For the latest schedule go to www.pawtucketlibrary.org
Questions? Email us at bookmobile@pawtucketlibrary.org
or call the Library at 725-3714
Join One of the Saturday Book Clubs for Kids!
The first 15 kids who sign up will receive a FREE copy of the month’s
book provided by the Rotary Club of Pawtucket. Best for kids in
grades 3-5 but all young readers are welcome.
March 12th Ivy and Bean Make the Rules
April 9th
When Life Gives You OJ
May 7th
Zita the Spacegirl
Registration for each book begins at the previous month’s book club
session at 11am in the Children’s Library.
Target presents
Family Book Club for Beginning Readers
For kids in Kindergarten and 1st Grade and their parents
Kindergartener Sessions:
Sat. April 23rd at 2:30pm
Sat. May 21st at 2:30pm
Sat. June 18th at 2:30pm
1st Grader Sessions:
Sat. April 23rd at 3:30pm
Sat. May 21st at 3:30pm
Sat. June 18th at 3:30pm
Have a child starting to read? Want to learn how you can help them at home?
This monthly program for young beginning readers and their parents enables families
to participate in a full group reading of a book, a reading mini-lesson, and time for
the child and parent to share the book together. Families will leave with a free copy
of the session’s book, a reading activity folder, and information for parents on ways
they can help their reader at home.
Registration required. Call 725-3714 x209 or email
rperron@pawtucketlibrary.org to sign up for 1 or more sessions
Program made possible through the
Early Childhood Reading Grant
from Target.
Bookmobile is off the road during Pawtucket Parking Bans
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April School Vacation Week
Computer Workshops @ Your Library
Visit the Children’s Library during April school vacation week and
enjoy all of these fun programs!
Music with Mr. Rowland
Wednesday, April 20th
10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Campbell Auditorium
Families with young children (babies to age 7) are invited for a musical jam session. Bring a friend and get ready to sing and dance to
lively tunes or play along on a rhythm instrument. You won’t want
to miss a beat!
iDance Academy Adaptive Dance Class for
Children with Special Needs
Thursday, April 21st
2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Campbell Auditorium
Computer Workshops for Adults
Tuesdays 6pm-7pm and
Thursdays 10am-11am
60-minute hands-on classes. No registration. Drop in.
Class size limited to 12
Introduction to Computers * Internet Introduction * Word
Internet: Searching * Excel
Email Accounts
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Internet: Job Searching
PowerPoint
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Social Networking
Class schedule at www.pawtucketlibrary.org or by calling 7253714 x220 or email reference@pawtucketlibrary.org
Come join us for dance class specifically for children with special
needs. We will explore Ballet, Jazz, Hip Hop, Tumbling and Creative Movement while improving on posture, balance and motor
skills. Children of all ages welcome! Registration is not required,
but recommended. Call 725-3714 x209
Hold a Chick Program
Friday, April 22nd from 3:00-4:00pm
Come learn how chickens are raised at Casey Farm. See eggs from
humming birds & ostriches. You will be shown how to correctly
hold a chick and each person will get a chick to hold!
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Clases de Computadoras en Español
La Biblióteca de Pawtucket esta ofreciendo clases de
computación para principiantes y avanzados.
Este curso cubre clases de:
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Computación para principiantes (Básico y avanzado)
Introducción a Microsoft Word 2007 (Básico parte I II)
Introducción al uso del Internet (Básico parte I II III)
Para Más Información llamar a Juan al
401-725-3714 Ext. 204 ó email jfiguereo@pawtucketlibrary.org
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