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Useful News from Windham Parks & Recreation
March & April 2023
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The Windham Parks & Recreation Department is currently accepting applications for a number of seasonal positions for 2023. Positions are available for applicants 15 years of age and older.
Available positions include:
- Summer Day - Camp Counselors and Directors
- Dundee Park - Supervisors, Attendants, and Park Manager
- Summer Track - Assistant Track Coaches
- Recreation Programming Internship
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Applications are available online or at our office.
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Registration Opens Monday, March 27!
For more information and pricing, please see our FAQ linked below.
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Dundee Park
2023 Season Passes On Sale!
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Season passes are not intended for Community Groups, Day Camps, Day Care Groups, or reservation payments.
Windham residents may request an additional pass for a household with multiple vehicles; non-residents may request a second pass at half price for a household with multiple vehicles.
Pass stickers may be purchased at the Parks & Recreation office, at Dundee Park's Gatehouse or Boathouse, or online at windhamrecreation.com.
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2023 Season Pass Rates
Windham Residents $65
Windham Seniors (55+): $45
Non-Residents: $80
Non-Resident Seniors (55+): $60
Veterans & Active Military - Same as senior rates, but must purchase pass in-person to show Military ID.
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Facility Reservations
Host your event at one of our parks and facilities!
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Town Hall Gym
The gym is available for sporting groups, birthday parties, and many other types of events! There is no reservation fees on weekdays, reservation fees on the weekends are $20/hour for residents, $30/hour for non-residents.
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Donnabeth Lippman Park
The pavilion next to the pond is available for parties and get togethers! Reservation fees are $25 for the pavilion, with giant lawn games available for rent for an additional $15.
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Windham Community Park
Outdoor basketball and volleyball courts are available for reservation, as well as our new pavilion! Plan your next outing for a low hourly rate!
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Community & Family Programs | |
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Have you captured that special moment with your child enjoying our Maine winters, snapped a photo of your pet frolicking in the snow, or found that perfect photo opp to capture the beauty of winter? We would love to showcase your photograph!
2023 Categories:
Family - Nature - Pets - Town of Windham
Category prizes range from gift certificates, to custom merch with YOUR photo, and more!
1. How to Enter Online:
- Select the appropriate category and register for the program.
- Upload your photo when required documents are indicated during the checkout process.
- Choose "Check Out Online" and process your registration; no fee will be charged, but this will insure a completed registration.
2. How to Enter via Postal Mail:
- Complete an Adult Registration or Youth Registration form.
- Mail completed form and a copy of your photo to:
Winter Photo Contest
Windham Parks & Recreation
8 School Road
Windham, ME 04062
3. How to Enter In-person:
- Visit the Parks & Recreation office Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm.
Maximum of 3 entries per person.
All entries must be received by Friday, March 31st.
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Bingo has been so popular this February that we will keep it going into March! Once you register you will get a "cool" no-need-for-daubers bingo card by mail. We will draw 2 daily numbers (M-F) until someone gets BINGO! When you get a BINGO! you will call or email us to let us know. Once we verify we have a winner, we'll start another game.
To get the daily numbers call (207) 892-1905 or visit www.windhamrecreation.com and they will be posted on the homepage.
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Windham Summerfest
June 24, 2023
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Save the date for Summerfest 2023! This year's theme is
"A Little Bit of Everything!"
Looking to participate in Summerfest? Registration for booths, parade entries, and sponsorships are now open!
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Kiddie Gym
For Ages 5 & Under
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Indoor fun with balls, slides, parachutes and plenty of playmates! All toddlers must be accompanied by a "participating" adult.
Dates: Tuesday & Fridays, November 1 - April 28
(Exclusion Dates: 11/11, 11/25, 12/23, 2/24, 3/3 & 4/21)
Time: Tuesdays: 10:00 - 11:30am, Fridays: 9:00 - 10:30am
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Fee: $2 drop-in, multi-visit passes available in quantities of 6, 15, and 30 visits
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Kids from grades K-5 can learn traditional martial arts with Lisa Magiera of Bushido Karate Dojo and learn how karate makes you stronger, safer and smarter. | |
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Spring Session
Dates: Tuesdays, March 7 - June 6 (excluding 4/18)
Time: 3:15 – 4:15 pm
Location: Windham Primary School Gym
Fee: $140 (13 sessions); $35 for uniform - not required to purchase for program
Transportation: Participants will be transported from Manchester/Middle School in the Parks & Recreation vehicles for this program. At the end of the program, pick up will be at Windham Primary School Gym at 4:15pm.
Register by Sunday, March 5 at 4 PM
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High Touch High Tech
For Grades K-3
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Planimal Party
Enter the world of biology and learn about fascinating creatures and where they live. Explore everything from plants and bees to octopuses and jellyfish. Even the tiniest organisms are included!
Dates: Wednesdays, March 8 - April 12
Time: 1:15 - 2:15pm
Location: Windham Primary School Art Room
Fee: $90 (6 classes)
Registration closes Monday, March 6.
CheMystery
Become a Chemist and mix up some CHEMystery! Explore the water cycle, test how fast things flow, model structure of atoms, mix polymers, combine crazy chemical concoctions and more!
Dates: Wednesdays, May 3 - June 7
Time: 1:15 - 2:15pm
Location: Windham Primary School Art Room
Fee: $90 (6 classes)
Registration closes Monday, May 1.
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WMS Early Release Day
For Grades 6-8
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Looking for something to do on the Windham Middle School early release days? Windham Parks & Recreation offers a full day program that includes supervised games, activities and free time.
April's early release day will be themed "Get in the Game" and will feature a number of groups hosting games and activities for participants!
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Grades: 6-8
Date: Wednesday, April 5
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Windham Middle School Cafeteria
Fee: $20 per child
Register by Monday, April 5
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No School Days
For Grades K-5
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Kids in grades K-5, join Windham Parks & Recreation during no school days for a fun day of games, crafts and trips to local destinations! We’ll start off the day with gym games, crafts and outdoor play at the Town Hall gym and park. We will have an early lunch and head out for the field trip in the afternoon!
Pre-registration is required, as space is limited so register today!
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Date: Friday, March 17
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Trip: Ice Skating at Troubh Ice Arena in Portland
Fee: $50 per person (includes transportation, skating admissions and skate rentals)
Lunch/Pack: Please bring a lunch from home, sneakers, warm clothes and ice skates if they have a pair
Register by Tuesday, March 14th
Date: Friday, April 14
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Trip: Urban Air
Fee: $50 per person (includes transportation, Urban Air admissions ticket and socks.)
Lunch/Pack: Please bring a lunch from home and sneakers for gym games
Register by Monday, April 10th
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Mad Science: Secret Agent Lab
For Grades 4 & 5
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Ever dream of becoming a secret agent? We'll start with the basics: From decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision, campers have the opportunity to check out spy tech equipment and take home lots of gadgets like spy glasses! Step into the shoes of a detective as you uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis! Figure out the science of forensics in a hands-on look at crime scenes! Become a super spy and learn clever ways of performing tasks as we take a hands-on investigation of the science that spies use!
Program: Secret Agent Lab
Grades: 4-5
Dates: Wednesday's, April 5 - May 31 (excluding 4/19)
Time: 1:15 - 2:15pm
Location: Manchester School Music Room
Fee: $110 (8 classes)
Registration closes Monday, April 3
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Creative Kiddie Craft Time
For children ages 2-5
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Children ages 2-5 and their adult caregivers are invited to craft and create together! Moms and dads, grandparents, babysitters, aunts and uncles… All are welcome to join us at Town Hall for simple craft projects with all supplies provided.
This popular program can fill quickly, so be sure to pre-register!
Craft: Spring Craft
Date: Wednesday, April 12
Time: 10:00 - 11:00am
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Fee: $5 per child
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Register by Monday, April 10th | |
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School Vacation Trips
For Grades K-5
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Kids in grades K-5, join Windham Parks & Recreation for fun no school days of games, crafts and trips to local destinations like Smitty's, Spare Time and Seacoast! We’ll start off most days with gym games, crafts and outdoor play at the Town Hall gym and park. We will have lunch and head out to the local destination for the afternoon! | |
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Date: Thursday, April 20
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Trip: Pineland Farms
Fee: $50 per person (includes transportation, Pineland Farm tour & ice cream making activity)
Lunch/Pack: Please bring a lunch from home and appropriate footwear for farm tour
Date: Friday, April 21
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Trip: Smitty's - Movie TBD
Fee: $50 per person (includes transportation, movie admissions & lunch)
Lunch: 2 slices of cheese pizza, fries, popcorn & a drink. Bring money for additional food at Smity's if desired
Register by Monday, April 17th at 4 PM
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Creative Movement
For Ages 2-5
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Creative Movement is back at Windham Parks & Recreation! Join us on Friday mornings at the Windham Public Library for a creative twist on dancing! Instructors from the Drouin Dance Center will use props and music to inspire creative movement and dance. This is a fun and exciting way to introduce your little one to the world of dance!
Music, Movement & Play for ages 2 to 3 is a 30 minute class that keeps your little dancer moving. We will play dance games, dance with props, and learn concepts like stop/go, fast/slow and high/low. This class is a great first experience for your child to be in a group setting independently.
Creative Movement for ages 3 to 5 is a 45 minute dance/movement class. We will be exploring movement, basic ballet terms, and dancing with props. Skills such as taking turns, sharing, forming a line, and respect will be encouraged.
Spring 2023 Session
Dates: Fridays, April 28 - June 2
Times: 10-10:30am for ages 2-3; 10:45-11:30am for ages 3-5
Location: Windham Public Library - 217 Windham Center Rd
Fee: $50
Registration closes Wednesday, April 26th.
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Tennis in the Parks
For Grades 1-8
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The program where kids play where they learn!
This program is for brand-new or beginner tennis players. Led by a SafeSport-approved coach, we focus on FUN and learning the basics. We use age-appropriate equipment that makes learning easy.
All players in their first session receive and keep a new age-appropriate raquet and ball!
Dates: Sunday's, May 7 - June 18 (No class 6/11) (Rain date 6/25)
Times: Grades 1-2 (Red Ball): 9:00 - 10:00am
Grades 3-5 (Orange Ball): 10:00 - 11:00am
Grades 6-8 (Green Ball): 11:00am - 12:00pm
Location: Windham High School Tennis Courts (behind the school) - 406 Gray
Road, Windham, ME
Fee: $70 per person (includes a racket)
Registration closes Wednesday, May 3rd
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Adult Pickleball
For Ages 18+
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Pickleball in Windham is growing by leaps and bounds! Grab your paddle (or borrow one from us) and join in on pick-up games at the Windham Town Hall Gym.
New to the game? Have you been wanting to try this fast-growing game that anyone can play? You are welcome to try it out - your first time is FREE!
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Morning Session
Dates: Mondays and Fridays, October 24, 2022 - May 19, 2023
(see website for exclusion dates)
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Mondays) | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Fridays)
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Fee: $65
Afternoon/Evening Session
Dates: Mondays and Wednesdays, October 24, 2022 - May 17, 2023
(see website for exclusion dates)
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM (Mondays) | 6:00 - 9:00 PM (Wednesdays)
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Fee: $65
New this year - Unlimited Play!
For just $90, the Unlimited Play option lets you play at both sessions.
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Pickleball Lessons
For Ages 18+
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Maybe your friends play Pickleball. Perhaps you’re a tennis player looking for a new challenge. If you have a fun-loving mindset and an ounce of athletic ability, then Pickleball is the game you should begin playing!
In this four-week program, you’ll learn how to effectively strike the ball, maintain a rally, keep score, and the rules and basic gameplay. At the conclusion of these lessons, players will have the foundational understanding and skills to start playing Pickleball.
We've added an Improver class. Maybe you have played a couple of times, or perhaps it's been a while since you've picked up a racquet, here is a way to brush up on those skills.
Coach Dave Cousins is a combined PTR, USPTA, and IFP (International Federation of Pickleball) Certified Professional with many years of teaching experience in Southern Maine. He loves working with both juniors and adults, whether just starting out or playing at competitive levels. Dave's belief is that racket sports have a place for EVERYONE, of any age, ability, or skill set.
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Dates: Saturdays, April 8 - April 29
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 PM (Beginner Lessons - Session 1)
4:00 - 5:00 PM (Beginner Lessons - Session 2)
5:00 - 6:00 PM (Improver Lessons)
Location: Windham Town Hall Gym
Fee: $60
Try a lesson and decide you want to sign up for a full-season pickleball session? Ask us about a discount on your registration!
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Sunday Open Gym
For Ages 21+
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Join us on Sunday mornings for pickup basketball and volleyball! Multi-visit and season passes are available, however drop-ins are always welcome. | |
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Dates: Sundays, November 20, 2022 - April 30, 2023 (excluding 12/25, 1/1, 4/9)
Time: Basketball 8:00 - 10:00 AM | Volleyball: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Windham High School Gym
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Adult Pick-Up Basketball
For Ages 21+
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Adults ages 21+, please join us on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday nights at the Windham Primary School Gym. Games will be played in a pick-up format.
Pre-registration is required for this program.
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Session II
Dates: Tuesday, January 3 - Thursday, June 1, 2023
(excluding 2/21, 2/23, 4/18, 4/20)
Time: 8:00 - 9:15 pm
Location: Windham Primary School Gym
Fee: $40
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Tennis in the Parks
For Ages 18+
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Learn and Play Tennis!
This program is for brand-new, beginner, or returning novice players. Led by a USTA-approved coach, we focus on FUN and learning the basics. Get great exercise while developing the skills to serve, rally, and play tennis.
All players in their first session receive and keep a new tennis racquet!
Dates: Saturday's, May 6 - June 10 (Rain date 6/17)
Times: 8:30 - 10:00am
Location: Windham High School Tennis Courts (behind the school) - 406 Gray
Road, Windham, ME
Fee: $80 per person (includes a racket)
Registration closes Wednesday, May 3rd
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Adult & Senior Newsletter
Keep up with our Adult & Senior Programs as soon as they are announced!
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Three times per year, we release an Adult & Senior Newsletter with all of our outings and programs. This newsletter is available by both email and physical mail, and physical copies are available at Town Hall.
To be added to the email or mailing list, please call (207) 892-1905 or email parks&[email protected]
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Mystery Day
For Ages 40+
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Our first mystery of the day will start with breakfast. From there, it's anybody's guess... | |
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Date: Tuesday, April 25
Time: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM
Fee: $15
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Holiday Luncheon
co-hosted by Age Friendly Windham
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Don your green and celebrate Irish American Heritage month and the Luck of the Irish in style with friends and neighbors. Enjoy some special St. Patrick's Day entertainment with the Stillson dancers and a delicious traditional Irish meal of corned beef and cabbage presented by your favorite leprechauns.
Date: Wednesday, March 15
Time: 7:45 AM - 6:00 PM
Fee: $80
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Join Windham Parks & Recreation every Thursday morning to go shopping in North Windham. This program is FREE for seniors who can't drive or get to a store on their own. Participants are required to call our office and reserve your spot between Monday - Wednesday of that week. The route and the times may vary slightly each week based upon the number of participants that reserve a spot. Picking up from different locations may require a slight wait. Call us at 892-1905 to reserve your spot. | | | | |
