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PARENT & TOT PLAYGROUP |
| BABYSITTER'S TRAINING | PLAYGROUND PROGRAM | |
| CIT PROGRAM | SUMMER CAMP | |
| FENCING | WICKED COOL FOR KIDS | |
| KAYAKING | YOUTH SPORTS CLINICS |
AFTERNOON PLAYGROUND PROGRAM
We are very excited this year to expand our free Summer Park program to provide afternoon park instructors at
Balch Playground every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 12:30PM to 4:00PM. This program is designed to promote more
physical activities for kids throughout the summer in a fun supervised environment, which will lead to healthier lifestyles
and better nutrition.
Balch Playground provides a great environment for this program. With a baseball field, basketball court, hockey rink and
plenty of green grass for soccer, lacrosse and many other games and activities, this program will be able to provide a wide
variety of activities for boys and girls ages 6-13. The program is designed to offer diverse activities to keep kids
interested and challenged.
The Beverly Recreation Department is a proud member of the Massachusetts Partnership for Healthy Weight. Our goal is to
continue to provide opportunities for all Beverly citizens to become more active and learn more about proper nutrition.
We have been working with the Greater Beverly YMCA, Beverly Hospital, Council on Aging and several other groups to create
new programs. This afternoon park program is another step on the road to a healthier Beverly.
More information about this free program will be available soon on our website and at the parks during the summer. We look
forward to seeing lots of kids participating in healthy sports and activities during afternoons at Balch this summer.
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BABYSITTERS TRAINING COURSE Instructor: American Red Cross This course is ideal for current and future sitters – teaching them the best ways to be safe and keep children in their safe care. It is taught by the American Red Cross. Babysitter’s Training has been reviewed and supported by the U.S. Consumer Safety Commission, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, YMCA, Boys & Girls Clubs and 4-H. It includes: Class takes place in a fun, interactive environment. It is an esteem-building education that young sitters will use throughout their lives. Babysitter’s Handbook, Briefcase and Red Cross Certificate are included. Please bring a lunch and a snack. This class is for Beverly residents ONLY.
SESSION 1: Sat. July 19
TIME: 9:00AM-3:00PM LOCATION: Lynch Park, Carriage House COST: $80 |
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CIT PROGRAM
Our CIT Program (Counselors in Training) is for kids aged 13-16 years old. Participants gain
focused counselor training and take on responsibility as they plan and lead games and crafts with counselors. CITs are not
paid for their time; the skills and self-confidence they gain are the reward!
CITs are needed at the ACME, ACME Jr., Tiny Tykes and Parks programs. The CIT Supervisor will make assignment decisions.
We'll try, but we cannot guarantee that each CIT will be close to home! The application deadline for CITs is Friday,
May 23. All applicants must be at least 13 by June 30, 2008.
Click HERE to download a CIT Application.
Click HERE for more information!
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FENCING IN THE PARK Instructors: 3MB Fencing Club Join us for this exciting sport, one of the fastest growing in the world! Young people and adults are fascinated by the movements and excitement of fencing and are eager to find a place that they can go to learn this original, modern sport. Fencing develops physical fitness, the ability to develop strategy, concentration as well as camaraderie and respect. Participants of all ages will be working together! Ages 8 - Adult. 8 classes. It’s fun, it’s fast, it’s an Olympic sport!
BEGINNER: 7:00-8:00PM DAYS & TIMES: Wed. Jul. 16-Sept. 3 COST: $125 LOCATION: Lynch Park |
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KAYAK LEARNING CENTER (978) 922-5322 The Kayak Learning Center summer programs provide paddling instruction to help students develop an awareness of safety issues. With “Outdoor Paddlesport Adventures” growing rapidly, we are committed to teach beginners to become well prepared and informed paddlers. Our staff members are carefully chosen for their boat skills and abilities with children. Each staff member is a certified YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard with CPR and First Aid certifications.
YOUTH KAYAK PROGRAM
Mon - Th. 10:00AM–12:30PM $100
Mon - Fri. 10:00AM–Noon $100 |
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PARENT & TOT PLAYGROUP NEW at Lynch Park! Experience the Parent & Tot Surf, Sand & Saltwater Playgroup this summer along the beautiful banks of Lynch Park, with a skilled Playgroup Facilitator and American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard. Enjoy wading in the water, crafts, songs and free play with your child in an informal group setting. Great way for parents and kids to all interact and socialize. Ages range from birth to 5 years. (Parents are responsible for supervising their own children during the session.)
DAYS & TIMES: Tues. June 3-Aug. 5 9:00-10:30AM LOCATION: Lynch Park |
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PLAYGROUND PROGRAM JUNE 30 - AUGUST 22 8:30-NOON Parks come alive with sports, crafts, games and many special events! Children will find a variety of
activities to enrich their summer vacation. Weekly newsletters keep parents and kids up-to-date on activities and park
highlights.
Thursday is Special Event Day. NO STAFF are at park on Special Event or trip days. One staff member rides bus with
participants. Bus fee is only $2 per day! Please pre-register for the event at park by 9:00AM the day before event.
Instructors provide activities and equipment, but no child is required to remain at the park, nor do
we provide individual supervision. Children under 6 should be accompanied by a responsible babysitter. NO rain location
for parks. Parks staffed only if rain stops before 10:00AM.
Our staff are enthusiastic, imaginative and well-trained students who love kids. All have special talents to share and
develop with participants. CITs further enrich the program, adding talents and providing assistance and supervision. A
supervisor visits each park daily to deliver supplies and provide staff support.
THIS PROGRAM IS FREE!
Click HERE for more information!
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SUMMER CAMP Our summer camps are home based at beautiful Lynch Park. People have said that our activities are the
most creative and our staff the friendliest! Of course we agree! Activities include age appropriate games, crafts,
special events and beach visits. Older campers will enjoy weekly trips while Tykes and ACME Jr. campers explore Lynch
Park and all it has to offer. Our enthusiastic and well-trained staff has one goal in mind: making your child’s summer
the best it can be!
Non-Beverly residents may register for summer camp starting now, if spaces are available. Sorry,
Adventure Camp and ACME Sr. Camp have NO availability. Non-residents, please add 20% to the session fee. Please call our
office at (978) 921-6067 or check our website,
www.bevrec.com for up-to-date information on camp
and session availability.
Click HERE for more information!
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WICKED COOL FOR KIDS Wicked Cool for Kids is a locally-owned education company that promotes learning by engaging a child’s
sense of excitement, wonder and fun. Their summer programs encourage activity-based learning but also schedule time for
play that supports their learning activities. They know that children may have anxieties about the novelties of summer
camp – new kids, new routines, new expectations. Wicked Cool for Kids instructors are chosen not only for their
educational background, but also for their ability to create a safe and comfortable setting to welcome a child – it makes
for a wicked cool summer!
Click HERE for more information!
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