WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
November 2, 2021
24TH ANNUAL TURKEY SHOOT BASKETBALL CONTEST
Saturday, 11/20
Chippens Hill Middle School Gymnasium

Turkey Shoot is for youth ages 4-13 yrs (and a parent or guardian of his/her choice). Child and Parent will compete in a basketball foul shooting contest for a chance to a $25 gift certificate to purchase a turkey; along with other great door prizes! Parent/Child teams will be divided as follows:
9:30 AM- Ages 4 & 5
10:00 AM- Ages 6 & 7
10:30 AM- Ages 8 & 9
11:00 AM- Ages 10 & 11
11:30 AM- Ages 12 & 13
This event is completely free but requires pre-registration.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
AQUATICS FOR ARTHRITIS - New
Wednesdays or Fridays, 11/10 - 12/31
9:00 or 9:45 am - Dennis Malone Aquatic Center (325 Mix St.)
We are now offering programs through the Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program (AFAP) taught by our certified Arthritis Foundation Program Leader. The group program uses a variety of water-based exercises to increase physical activity among individuals with arthritis, related rheumatic diseases, or musculoskeletal conditions. Learn More
KITCHEN CREATIONS
Tuesday, 11/9
Theme: Chill Out - Winter Dinner Favorite
Seasonal cooking classes taught by ShopRight of Bristol Dietitians Lauren and Jessica. Sharpen your knife skills, learn new time saving techniques, and create a delicious themed dish in this one hour class. Classes are virtual and participants have the option of having ingredients delivered to their door. Learn More
TEEN NIGHT - BOWLING
Thursday, 11/18
5:30 - 7:30 pm
Join BEST for a healthy competition filled evening of bowling and food at Spare Time Entertainment (177 Farmington Ave.). Teen programs and activities provide opportunities for youth to have fun, spend time with friends, learn new things, be themselves, and learn to make a difference. Learn More
GIRLS WITH A PURPOSE
Tuesdays, 11/30 - 3/29
6:15 - 7:30 pm - Youth & Community Services Building (51 High St.)
Calling all middle school girls! Join us for girl talk and more! Participants have the opportunity to participate in fun activities that promote positive attitude, increased self-esteem, and decreased drama. Group members will turn experience into leadership, talk about how classmates treat each other, stop rumors from spreading, stop bullying in your school, promote positive body image, and ditch the drama. Join us for fun and new friends! Learn More
CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL (3rd - 8th Grade)
Fridays, 11/5 - 12/7 at Chippens Hill Middle school
3rd - 4th Grade: 6:00 - 7:00 pm
5th - 8th Grade: 7:15 - 8:15 pm
Participants will be introduced to the game of football while utilizing flags. Each week, players will work on basic football skills such as passing, catching, offense and defense, as well as form teams to give participants a chance to socialize with everyone in the program. Learn More
IT'S NOVEMBER ALREADY?
ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING PROGRAM
The Holiday Gift Giving Program is a Bristol tradition that ignites the goodwill of the community to provide hope and help for children, individuals, and families during the holiday season.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED THIS HOLIDAY SEASON:

We are seeking interested individuals, businesses, local clubs, families, and organizations to sponsor a local child or family seeking support this holiday season.

Saturday, December 4th
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Arts & Culture Center- 472 East Rd. Bristol, CT 06010
We are collecting toys, clothing, and items for donations to benefit the Holiday Gift Giving program. We ask that items be new, unopened and in the original packaging.

This year, in an effort to help even MORE families, we are launching our new Gift Card Drive. Gift Cards are a great way to donate to local youth/teens as it allows them to make their own shopping decisions, empowers them to be independent and offers great flexibility. Gift Cards will be collected beginning November 1st at the Youth and Community Services Building and BPRYCS Main Office.
Gift cards can also be mailed to: Attn: Erica Benoit, 111. North Main Street, BPRYCS - 2nd Floor, Bristol, CT 06010

Cash/check Donations in any amount are also accepted and will be used to shop for supplemental program gifts. Please be sure to indicate your designation of the of the gift to the Holiday Gift Giving program with your mailed donation. Checks can be made payable to: Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services.

We're looking for community members interested in donating time to help wrap toys and gifts!
If your family is seeking support this holiday season or you have any questions please contact Kyana Anderson at (860) 314-4690 or [email protected] for more info.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
The Dennis Malone Aquatics Center parking lot will be closed on Fri. 11/5 and Sat. 11/6 for lining and painting of the parking lot. The lot is scheduled to be reopened on Sun. 11/7.
That's a Wrap for Fall Softball
2021 Men's 40-and-Over Fall League Champions: Spartans II
Top Row (from left to right): Billy Knight,
Frank Piccirillo, Joel Karabeinikoff, Jeff Milner, Jeff Rodo, Mike Matyka, Roger Aldridge
Bottom Row (from left to right): Bobby Wells, Buddy Warner, Ricky Gdovin, Andy Rich,
Ricky Romano. Not pictured:
Mike Brown, Leon Brown, Aaron Gill,
Mike Yokose, Kevin Ridley
2021 Men's 18+ Fall Softball League Champions: Team Davis
Top row (from left to right): Sean Whitman,
Tim Barrette, Nick Cote, Shawn Paul, Mel Davis, Chris Klepps, Joe Majerski, Shawn Ferguson
Bottom row (from left to right): Dan Lancaster, Dylan Breault, Justin Trella, Mike Snyder, Tony Gonzalez. not pictured: Bill Thompson, Anthony Szymanski
Mural Brings New Light to Downtown

We helped welcome a new public art mural under the Main Street bridge on Monday. The artwork done by Jillian Goeler celebrates Bristol's community resources and vibrancy with "Bloom where you are planted" messaging and cheerful pops of color.
Fab-BOO-lous time at Night of the Swimming Dead!
Public Art at Page Park

The live mural completed by Amuse126 during the Arts and Culture Center Open House was recently installed at Page Park. Nestled just beyond the playground and to the side of the basketball court, the graffiti mural stands at 8 feet tall and 23 feet wide.
Halloween Cookie Decorating Kits
were a blast!
Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
Main Office
City Hall - 2nd Floor
111 North Main Street