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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
February 2026
| | | | The Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services (BPRYCS) Office will be closed on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents Day. | | | | |
BPRYCS is co-sponsoring the 12th Annual Retiree Golf League at the Pequabuck Golf Club (PGC) for anyone who is 55+ and interested in staying active with 9-holes of golf during the week.
The league runs 9AM - 12PM on Tuesdays from April 21st to September 8th and concludes with a 18-hole tournament and banquet sponsored by PGC.
Learn More
| | | Valentine's Day is soon to be upon us and and we're still basking in the love from this past holiday season! ❤️ We are extremely grateful to everyone who donated to the 2025 Holiday Gift Giving Program! Together, we were able to provide holiday assistance to 511 youth living directly in Bristol! Community members, sponsors, and local businesses donated toys, clothing, gift cards, their time, their energy and LOTS OF LOVE in 2025 - thank you for making Bristol All Heart! | | |
Save the Date: Swim-A-Thon on March 31st!
Proceeds go toward replacing the scoreboard at the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center!
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The Bristol SPLASH Swim Team is UNDEFEATED... AGAIN!!!
For the third year in a row, the Bristol Splash Swim Team is entering championships with an undefeated regular season! Go Bristol Splash!!
| | UPCOMING PROGRAMS & EVENTS | | |
Horsemanship at Shepard Meadow's
February 28th - March 28th
10:00 - 10:45 AM
Horsemanship at Shepard Meadows introduces participants to foundational horse care and handling in a safe, supportive, and hands-on environment. Engage in grooming, tacking, leading horses. Participants develop practical skills while building confidence, communication, problem-solving abilities, and positive peer connections. Learn More
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Zumba
Wednesdays, March 4th - April 8th
6:00 - 7:00 PM | Ages 18+
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. Zumba is an interval workout. Classes move between high and low intensity moves designed to get your heart rate up and boost cardiovascular endurance. Learn More
| | | | Downtown Live features an array of curated live entertainment from musical and dance performances, to comedy shows, education and lecture series, children's series, and more. Shows range in price from $25 to $45. The Rockwell Theater is located inside the Bristol Arts and Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS) at 70 Memorial Boulevard, Bristol, CT 06010. Learn More | | | |
Harvest & Rust – A Neil Young Experience
Saturday, February 6th | 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Harvest & Rust has earned acclaim as one of the premier Neil Young tribute bands in the Northeast USA, praised for their stirring and authentic performances. Their concerts are a journey through Young’s prolific career, featuring songs from his solo work as well as his time with Buffalo Springfield and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young. Learn More
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HUSH Crew – KPop Dance Crew
Saturday, March 7th | 7:00 - 9:00 PM
HUSH Dance Crew is a K-pop dance team that started in Boston in 2019 and has since expanded to Los Angeles. The crew is known for its K-pop dance covers and has become a staple in the city’s street performing scene. Learn More
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Fleetwood Macked: The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Saturday, March 14th | 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Fleetwood Macked the Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac is a New York based Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band. Hailed as the most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute band in the U.S., much of the realism comes from the bands history. Learn More
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Water Exercise Classes at Dennis Malone Aquatics Center (DMAC)
The winter session of Water Exercise Classes kicked off this week and it's not too late to drop-in!
All fitness levels welcome! Options available to modify class intensity.
Register or Learn More more about Water Exercise Classes
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Sports Fun
Wednesday, March 11th - April 29th
Ages 2 - 3 | 5:00 - 5:30 OR 5:40 - 6:10 PM
Ages 4 - 5 | 6:20 - 6:50 PM
Stafford Elementary School - Gymnasium
Sports Fun is an exciting program designed to introduce children to a wide variety of sports and active games in a safe, controlled, and fun environment. Participants will develop key skills each week such as running, jumping, balancing, and moving safely while learning important lessons in sportsmanship and how to interact positively with fellow athletes. Learn More
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Empower Hour
Thursdays, March 5th - April 30th
4:15 - 5:15 PM | Grades 4 -5
BPRYCS Main Office - 51 High Street
Empower Hour is a social skills group that addresses a new topic each week, such as self-awareness, impulse control, relationship building, emotion regulation, and responsible decision-making through age-appropriate discussion and activities. An after school snack is provided each week! Learn More
| | VACATION CAMPS - PLAN AHEAD | | | | |
February Vacation Camp
Grades 1-6
Monday, February 17th - Tuesday, February 18th
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Mrs. Rockwell's Pavilion - Rockwell Park
Did someone say staycation? February Vacation Camp provides childcare services while Bristol Public schools are on winter break. Escape the cold and stay busy - activities include crafts, games, and a field trip. Learn More
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April Vacation Camp
Grades 1-6
Monday, April 13th - Friday, April 17th
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Stafford Elementary School Gym (212 Louisiana Ave.)
Celebrate Spring with us! April Vacation Camp is a a five-day program filled with fun games, creative crafts, and engaging activities while Bristol Public Schools are on break. Learn More
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April Vacation - Climbing Camp at Pine Lake Adventure Park
Grades 1-6
Monday, April 13th - Friday, April 17th
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Pine Lake Adventure Park (100 Birch St.)
Did someone say staycation? February Vacation Camp provides childcare services while Bristol Public schools are on winter break. Escape the cold and stay busy - activities include crafts, games, and a field trip. Learn More
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Winter Weather Closure Policy -
This is a reminder that when Bristol Public Schools are closed, the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center (DMAC) will be closed and all recreation programs are cancelled for the day.
When Bristol Public Schools dismiss early, DMAC will close early and all recreation programs are cancelled for the remainder of the day. When Bristol Public Schools observe a delayed opening, DMAC will open at noon.
Weather closures are posted to the BristolRec.com and all program participants are notified via email and/or phone.
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Project Updates
Transformative projects are underway across the City of Bristol parks system. The new renovations and amenities provide increased access to high-quality parks for residents and community members.
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!
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City of Bristol
Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
51 High Street
Bristol, CT 06010
www.BristolRec.com
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