WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
October 26, 2021
NIGHT OF THE SWIMMING DEAD
This Saturday, October 30th - 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Dennis Malone Aquatic Center

Our Lifeguards have turned to Zombies and they want to play with humans! Do not become a part of their "underworld" in a large game of "Zombies vs. Humans". Advanced registration is required on our website. The cost is $5 per person. Participants may sign-up for participation in the "shallow-end", "middle", or the "deep-end" of the pool depending on swimming ability and comfort level. In-water, Adult supervision is required for non-swimmers. Any questions may be directed to the Dennis Malone Aquatics Center to the attention of the Aquatics Supervisor. Please call: 860-584-3837. Learn More
Thank you to all who participated in the 2021 Scarecrow and Costume Contests!
RED RIBBON WEEK
This past Saturday, the BEST Coalition and the Bristol Police Department participated in National DEA Takeback Day at the Farmers Market. Community members were able to dispose of unused/expired prescription medications.
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
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
TEEN NIGHT TRIVIA
Thursday - 10/28
5:30 - 7:00 pm
Youth & Community Services Building (51 High Street)
Join BEST for a fun game of trivia to educate youth on substance misuse in recognition of #RedRibbonWeek! Learn More
BRISTOL YOUTH CELEBRATING DIVERSITY & PRIDE
5:30 - 7:15 pm on Wednesdays - Beginning in November
Youth & Community Services Building (51 High St.)
A new group combining everything you loved from ‘Let’s Talk About R.A.C.E. & L.G.B.Teens & Queens’ rolled into one! Open to all Bristol high school students who are passionate about advocating for change within their community and schools and explore issues that directly affect them. Learn More
SKYHAWKS VOLLEYBALL
Mondays, 11/15 - 12/20
6:00 - 8:00 pm at Chippens Hill Middle School Gymnasium
Skyhawks Volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on bumping, spiking, hitting and serving. This program is designed for the beginner to intermediate players ages 12 to 14. 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
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
WE'RE ALREADY THINKING ABOUT THE 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.
Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
Main Office
City Hall - 2nd Floor
111 North Main Street