|
Plan Ahead
We're well underway with Summer planning and know many community members are making arrangements for child care, travel, employment, and all that Summer has in store. Please note the following dates for Summer 2023:
- Tuesday, March 28th – Summer Program and Event Information becomes available via the Summer Brochure and www.BristolRec.com
- Tuesday, April 11th – Registration Opens for Residents
- Tuesday, April 12th – Registration Opens for Non-Residents
Please note there are a few programs with differing registration dates.
| | |
|
Seeking nominations for the 31st Annual Youth and Prevention Leaders Awards!
We're teaming up with the Mayor's Office and BEST to recognize youth who have given exceptional service to the Bristol community. Nominations will be accepted for any Bristol youth and/or youth group that have made a meaningful contribution to their school, a service agency, and/or the community. Nominations accepted for Elementary through High School age youth.
Award recipients will be honored in front of friends, family, and neighbors at an annual ceremony held at Muzzy Field in May.
Learn More
| |  |
|
NEW this year - We're looking for nominations for our first ever All Heart Parks Advocate of the Year Award!
The Mayor's Office Bristol CT, the Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth & Community Services, and the Board of Park Commissioners will be recognizing a volunteer(s) in the community that has made significant contributions to improving the quality of the Bristol park system. The award recipient will be honored at the 2nd Annual Dinner on the Diamond Fundraiser on May 13, 2023 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Muzzy Field.
The nomination deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday, March 31, 2023. Learn More
| | |
|
We spent Tuesday's snow day in the parks! Community members were up early to make the most of a full day of sledding at Nelson Field and Page Park. | |
| | |
|
|
Luck O' the Lap
March 13 - 17, 2023
Dennis Malone Aquatics Center (DMAC)
Test your luck - the more you swim, the more you win! Visit DMAC between March 13th and 17th and you'll be given raffle tickets after you swim 250, 500, 750, 1,000, 3,000, and 5,000 yards! All ages are welcome to participate. Learn More
| | | |
|
Dinner on the Diamond Fundraiser
May 13, 2023 (Rain Date: May 20, 2023)
5:00 - 8:00 PM
Muzzy Field
Dinner on the Diamond is back! Join us for an unforgettable evening as we kick off the summer season with live music, dinner, and celebration on the infield of Muzzy Field! Tickets include hors d'oeuvres, dinner, entertainment, drinks, and more!
| |
Thank you to our 2023 sponsors thus far | | |
|
We're Hiring - Seasonal, Part Time, and Full Time Positions Available
Join the team! Working within Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community services is a great way to connect with the community, stay active, and enjoy park resources while earing an income.
| |
|
|
April Vacation Camp
Grades 1 - 6
April 10 - 14, 2023
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Perry J. Spinelli Pavilion - Page Park Time for a staycation!
We're excited to offer our popular April Vacation Camp again this Spring - enjoy field trips, crafts, group activities and games. Weather permitting, time is spent indoors and outdoors with both free time and organized activities and play. Kids will enjoy the break from school while staying engaged and active. Learn More
| | |
|
Zumba
Ages: 18+
Wednesdays, March 8 - April 19, 2023
6:00 - 7:00 PM
Bristol Arts & Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS) - Gymnasium
Grooving to the beats of salsa, flamenco, and merengue music makes this class feel more like a dance party than a workout, which is exactly what makes Zumba so popular. Zumba is an interval workout. Classes move between high and low intensity moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardiovascular endurance. This program is perfect for participants of all skill and experience levels. Learn More
| | |
|
Learn to Swim
Registration for Spring Learn to Swim will open on Monday, April 3rd for Residents and Tuesday, April 4th for Non-Residents.
Spring Learn to Swim - Saturdays
Spring Learn to Swim - Sundays
We appreciate your patience as we stagger registration to accommodate for level recommendations following the final Winter Learn to Swim session.
| | | |
|
S.T.E.A.M. Works Using Legos
Ages: 7 - 10
Fridays, March 3 - 31, 2023
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Bristol Senior Community Center
Children work with standard LEGO materials to problem-solve
pre-engineering challenges involving structure, levels, gears, pulleys, and other elements of simple machines. Projects may include wall rocket racers, battle top spinners, and flywheel cruisers. Learn More
| | |
|
Youth Training and Conditioning
Ages: 8 - 12
Saturdays, March 11 - April 29, 2023
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Bristol Arts & Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS) - Gymnasium
Are you looking for new ways to get your child moving? Would you like to improve your child's sports performance? The BPRYCS Youth Training & Conditioning program focuses on fun ways to improve your child's coordination, build endurance and strength, as well as improve flexibility through easy to follow exercises. Learn More
| | |
|
E.G. Stocks Playground is Now Open
We had an amazing time at the Grand Opening of Stocks Playground with the Mayor's Office, City Council, and Board of Park Commissioners! Thank you to all of the residents and community members who helped us cut the ribbon and explore the new equipment! Stocks playground is accessible via Middle Street or Lake Avenue.
| |
|
Thank you to everyone who participated in the Letters of Love program!
We received over 350 valentines that were distributed to Bristol's nursing homes and assisted living facilities! Happy Valentine's Day! Letters were sent in from Bristol's schools and classrooms, troops, clubs, families, local organizations and countless community members - thank you!
| |
|
Congratulations Splash Team
Congratulations to the Bristol Splash Swim Team, the 2022 – 2023 Connecticut Yankee Swim League Champions! The Splash team traveled to West Haven recently, where they placed ahead of ten other teams to cap off a long season of hard work. Great Job to all Splash Swimmers, Coaches, and the Bristol Splash Swim Team community!
| |
|
Parks Project Portal
In an effort to continue to increase transparency and community engagement, we are pleased to offer an interactive Parks Project Portal that provides residents access to up-to-date information on projects, presentations, and opportunity to provide real time feedback!
Visit the Parks Project Portal
| |
City of Bristol
Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
51 High Street
Bristol, CT 06010
| |
| | | |
