I hope everyone is enjoying the winter!!!
The Hopkinton Recreation Department has a lot of fun activities and events for you and your family!
Hope to see you soon!
Justin La Vigne
Parks and Recreation Director
Community Scrapbooking – Now on a regular schedule!!
The Recreation Department is happy to announce that Community Scrapbooking will be held the 2nd Friday and 4th Sunday of EVERY month!! Whether you’re young or old, scrapbooking keeps your memories alive. The scrapbooking group is for everyone from beginners to experts and are hosted by volunteers Liz and Patrice. Bring your pictures to organize and scrapbook if you have one. Some other materials and tools will be provided. Fridays are from 6:30pm – 10pm and Sundays from 1:30pm – 5pm and are held at the Slusser Senior Center. Next session is Friday February 12th! Call 746-2915 for more information.
Hopkinton Ice Skating Rink
The Hopkinton Fairgrounds Ice Rink located at the Nelson Horse Show Ring is now open. Parking is at the first fairground lot (Yellow Gate) after the high school.
Hopkinton Outdoor and Recreational Guidebook Update
The Hopkinton Recreation Committee is in the process of creating the third edition of the “Hopkinton Outdoor and Recreational Activities Guidebook”. The purpose of the guidebook is to help residents and tourists find out about different programs/organizations and recreation locations/facilities in town. We are asking all individuals and groups that are already in the guidebook to update their information and if you are interested in seeing if you or your organization can be added to the guidebook please send information to: parkrec@tds.net. All information
needs to be submitted by February 19, 2010. The Guidebook can be found at: http://www.hopkinton-nh.gov/Pages/HopkintonNH_Recreation/guide.pdf.
Kids Who Cook – Class
Are you a future chef or baker? Sign up for the “Kids who cook, the Savory Baker” series, which will be held as a three-week course at the Senior Center. The course will be Wednesdays, March 3, 10 and 17th from 4:30pm – 6pm. Children ages 7 to 12 are invited to sign-up and will create such delights as cheese breadsticks, calzones and so much more. Courses are taught by professional chef Lisa Dion and kids will prepare and be able to bring home their creations. Cost is $75 for the series. Spaces are limited, so call 746-2915 to sign-up. Sign-up by February 26th.
Hopkinton Youth Lacrosse
The Hopkinton Recreation Department along with volunteer leaders Rob Thomson and Eric Sideleau are gearing up for a great 2010 Lacrosse season. All boys and girls ages 8 -14 are welcome and no previous experience is necessary. Cost is $65 per player. Call Rob @ 226-2290, Eric @ 746-4572 or Recreation Director (Justin) @ 746-2915 with any questions. Registration forms can be found online at www.hopkinton-nh.gov and clicking “Recreation”.
The Full Package – Adult/Child/Infant CPR, AED and First Aid
Sign-up for this Monday’s class – 3 spots remain!!!!
This class taught by the American Red Cross is a full certification class and incorporates all CPR and first aid. There are two choices for classes and you must be able to attend the full class. The classes will be held at the Slusser Senior Center and is $70 per person. Call 746-2915 to sign up. Spaces are limited.
February 15 (Monday President’s Day Holiday) 8am – 4:30pm
March 20 (Saturday) 8am – 4:30pm
Take Me Out to the Ballgame!!
Tickets on sale beginning February 22nd at 10am!! The Hopkinton Recreation Department wants you to join us for two amazing outings to Fenway Park to watch your beloved Boston Red Sox. Each package includes roundtrip transportation from Contoocook to Fenway on a luxury coach, driver gratuity, and a ticket to the ballgame (right field box 87). The cost is $85 per person. The two game choices are- Saturday, April 24th and Sunday, September 19th. The bus will leave Contoocook at 4pm (April 24th) and 10:30am (September 19th). Hopkinton/Contoocook residents have first priority, but if tickets remain, the general public will be able to make the purchase one month prior to the game. For either of the package deals, upfront payment is
required to confirm spot. Call 746-2915 with any questions.
Harlem Globe Trotters Tickets
The Hopkinton Recreation Department has secured a limited amount of discount tickets to the Sunday March 21st 2pm performance of the legendary Harlem Globe Trotters at the Verizon Wireless Arena. Tickets are $20 per person and are in section 123. Hopkinton/Contoocook residents have first priority; call 746-2915 to reserve your tickets.
Easter Egg Hunt
Join the Hopkinton Recreation Department as they welcome back the Easter Bunny! On Saturday, March 27th, join us at Hopkinton High School for the festivities! Doors open at 10:30am, the Bunny will arrive at 11am and the Easter egg hunt will begin at 11:30 am. Children up to third grade can participate in the hunt. There will be face painting, crafts and snacks. Don’t forget your Easter Basket! Please call 746-2915 with any questions.
Co-Ed Adult Volleyball
Every Sunday night from 7-9pm at the Hopkinton High School gymnasium, come and join us for volleyball. All skill levels are welcome and there is no fee. Just show up ready for a great time!
No Volleyball February 21st.
Stained Glass Club
Come to the Slusser Senior Center every Thursday from 6 - 8pm to work on your stained glass projects or other crafts. If you are a skilled expert in glass making or just learning, do stop by. There will be a mix of levels of skills and if you are new, we can help you get started. Some supplies are available for use, but it is best for you to have your own. Call 746-2915 for more information.
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