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MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
March 1, 2024
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We are seeking nominations for the 32nd Annual Youth and Prevention Leaders Awards!
BPRYCS is teaming up with the Mayor's Office and Bristol Eliminating Substance Use Together 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
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Summer Registration - Important Dates:
NEW - REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER 2024 WILL OPEN ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS AT 12:00 PM (NOON):
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Tuesday, March 26th - Summer program and event opportunities will be posted to BristolRec.com
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Tuesday, April 16th - Summer Registration opens to residents.
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Wednesday, April 17th - Registration for non-residents opens with the exception of Summer Camps, which will open to non-residents on Tuesday, April 23rd.
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Tuesday, June 4th - Summer Learn to Swim Registration Opens to residents.
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Wednesday, June 5th - Summer Learn to Swim Registration Opens to non-residents.
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April Vacation Camp
Grades 1 - 6
April 8 - 12, 2024 | 9:00 - 3:00 PM
Perry J. Spinelli Pavilion
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
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NEW: Golf Lessons - Adult Novice, Women Only, and Junior Clinics!
Wednesdays/Thursdays
April 3rd - 25th
Chris Cote's Golf Shop
Golf Lessons include the fundamentals of the set-up, golf swing, chipping, putting, rules and etiquette, and an introduction to play with irons and woods, pitching, sand bunker play, and much more.
- Junior Lessons (Ages 7-14)
- Adult Novice Lessons (Ages 15+)
- Women Only Lessons (Ages 15+)
Learn More
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Adult Co-Ed Softball League
The season will run from mid-April through late June. Each team will participate in 8 weeks of regular season, plus a week of playoffs. Each team is guaranteed 16 regular season games (8 doubleheaders) and all teams will make the double-elimination playoffs.
Learn More
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Men’s 18+ Weeknight Softball Leagues
(A and B Divisions)
Season runs the week of April 14th to the week of June 23 (10 weeks of regular season, plus a week of playoffs). Each team is guaranteed 20 games and the top 8 teams (out of 10) make the double-elimination playoffs. Learn More
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Men's 40-and-Over Softball League
Season runs April 7th - mid-to-late June. Each team is guaranteed 18 regular season games (9 doubleheaders), and all teams make the playoffs. Learn More
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73rd Annual Perry J. Spinelli Fishing Derby
Saturday, April 27, 2024
7:00 - 10:00 AM
Page Park - Pond
Join the BPRYCS department for an exciting morning of fishing, prizes, and family fun. Children should bring their own fishing poles and legal bait. There will be a variety of prizes awarded for fishes caught throughout the morning! Learn More
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Dinner on the Diamond Fundraiser
Saturday, May 11, 2024
5:00 - 8:00 PM | Muzzy Field
Dinner on the Diamond is back! Join us for another 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, a plated dinner, entertainment, beer and wine, and more!
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Thank you to our sponsors thus far |
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Self Defense
Ages 12+
Sundays, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
January 7th - May 26th
Bristol Arts & Innovation Magnet School (BAIMS)
Self Defense will teach protective tips to avoid confrontations, as well as self-defense techniques when conflict cannot be avoided. This class is instructed by Sensei Frank Shekosky, owner of Cromwell Martial Arts. No experience is necessary. Learn More
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Bristol Splash Swim Team Finishes Perfect Season as League Champions
For the second year in a row we are excited to congratulate the Bristol Splash Swim Team, the 2023 – 2024 Connecticut Yankee Swim League Champions! Congratulations on a perfect season!
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Bristol resident Amaris Estrada selected as Assistant to the Superintendent
Estrada brings a variety of administrative experience to BPRYCS, most recently having worked with Thomaston Savings Bank and Encore Fire Protection where she processed financial transactions, managed accounts, developed clerical documents, and communicated regularly with the public to resolve problems and create positive customer experiences. Read More
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Bristol resident Raelynne Andrews promoted to Aquatics Supervisor
Raelynne joined the department in 2011 as a lifeguard and water safety instructor. Over the years, Raelynne worked her way up to a Head Lifeguard and most recently to Aquatics Coordinator. As Aquatics Supervisor, Raelynne will oversee the operations of Bristol's year-round indoor pool at the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center and the outdoors pools at Rockwell and Page Park. Read More
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2024 All Heart Parks Advocate Award Seeking Nominations!
The Mayor's Office, 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 3rd Annual Dinner on the Diamond Fundraiser on May 11, 2024 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM on Muzzy Field. The nomination deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday, March 31, 2023.
Learn More or Nominate Someone!
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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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