WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
April 26, 2021
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
YOUTH TRAINING
Join Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services for a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training for kids ages 11 to 18. Discuss race, culture, ethnicity, identity and more! Happening April 29th at the Youth & Community Services building (51 High Street) from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. (Virtual option available)
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100th ANNIVERSARY OF MEMORIAL BOULEVARD - COUNT DOWN |
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“The Dedication of the World War I Monument” |
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This coming October, BPRYCS, the City of Bristol, and the Bristol Historical Society along with the Bristol Veterans Council, Memorial Military Museum and the extended community plan to celebrate the one hundredth anniversary of the Memorial Boulevard which opened in 1921. This is the third article in a monthly series written by Tom Dickau commemorating the centennial anniversary of the park by depicting the history behind the land, people, and events that helped shape it into the park Bristol treasures today.
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November 11, 1921, exactly three years from the end of the Great War or The War to End All Wars, was especially significant both within our community and nationally. At an 11:00am ceremony, the Memorial Boulevard, was officially dedicated not only to those who returned home but also to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Simultaneously, festivities were being assembled at the Arlington National Cemetery for the noon-hour dedication by President Warren G. Harding of The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The body of the unidentified soldier, who died in a French battle, was returned to the United States to be the first interred at the Virginia cemetery. This memorial would recognize and honor unknown soldiers who served and died during future wars.
The Friday morning dedication of the Memorial Boulevard was held at the intersection of Mellen Street and the boulevard. Less than three years later, this would become the site of the dedication of the War Memorial. A five-division parade was held prior to the ceremonies. Reverend Ernest L. Wismer of the First Congregational Church of Bristol read the eulogy, while Mayor Joseph F. Dutton officially dedicated the Memorial Boulevard. Councilman John Donnelly brought greetings of the city to the assembled spectators.
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TEEN NIGHT: TIE-DYE
Join BEST at Page Park Pavilion Wednesday, May 12th for a fun night filled with Tie Die and Music! All participants must wear a mask and follow social distancing guidelines!
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AQUATICS & RECREATION PROGRAMS |
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BPRYCS is excited to offer Co-Ed Adult Volleyball Leagues on Thursday evenings with games between 6:00 - 9:00 PM at Stocks Volleyball Courts. We will be offering one competitive and one recreational league, running for 11-weeks (5/6 - 7/22) for individuals 18 and older.
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Sharpen your knife skills, learn new time saving techniques, and create delicious dishes in this one hour class. This is a 4-week program (5/6 - 5/27) that will be offered every Thursday from 6:00 - 7:00 pm virtually via Zoom.
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TINY CHEFS
Tiny Chefs provides a fun, exciting and unique atmosphere for children ages 2-7 to develop hands on skills and techniques to be creative within a safe and controlled environment. Program runs Fridays, May 7 to May 28. Ingredients for weekly recipes are dropped off at your home every Tuesday from 2:00 to 5:00 PM.
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YOUTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES PROGRAMS |
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LET'S TALK ABOUT R.A.C.E. |
It's never too late to join the Let's Talk About R.A.C.E. program - we invite all local Middle and High School students who are passionate about advocating for change to participate! This program meets every other Thursday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.
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Bristol resident David “Davy” Tyre selected as new Assistant to the Superintendent of BPRYCS
The City of Bristol Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services (BPRYCS) is pleased to announce the selection of Bristol resident David “Davy” Tyre as the city’s new Assistant to the Superintendent. Davy has over a decade of executive assistant/office manager experience at a variety of companies including Thomas Hooker Brewing Company, Jaroop, and Trumbull Marriott.
In anticipation of his new role, Davy said, “I am extremely excited to join the growing department of Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services and be able to serve my community.”
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POSITION: RECREATION INTERN
Performs a variety of duties assisting the Recreation Supervisor, Aquatics Supervisor, Facilities Supervisor, Community Engagement Coordinator, and the department Superintendent with daily operations of a busy, diverse and comprehensive summer BPRYCS department.
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Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
Main Office
City Hall - 2nd Floor
111 North Main Street
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