WEEKLY NEWSLETTER December 28, 2020

DIVISION SPOTLIGHT

AQUATICS Take a 360 Degree Tour of the Dennis Malone Aquatic Center located at 325 Mix Street in Bristol, CT 06010 With capacity modifications and strict guidelines, the Aquatics Division successfully operated Rockwell Park Pool this summer and continues to operate Dennis Malone Aquatic Center with enhanced programs, such as therapeutic swimming, family learn to swim programs, and essential trainings. Quick and efficient COVID program adjustments and innovative offerings like Scuba Santa and sensory bags earned the Aquatics Division a Gold Medal Award from the American Red Cross for the Learn to Swim program as well as being recognized in the Best of 2020 Edition of Aquatics International Magazine for the Lifeguard Training program.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

KITCHEN CREATIONS! Sharpen your knife skills, learn new time saving techniques, and create delicious dishes in this one hour class. Join us for a Culinary workshop with ShopRight of Bristol Dietitians' Lauren and Jessica. Ingredients will be delivered to your door (or picked up from the Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services office) each week. Cook along as you watch and learn how to create healthy, inspired snacks, side dishes, and even desserts! This adult class is a 4-week program that will be offered on Thursdays virtually via Zoom.

DANCE CLASSES We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Get Up N' Dance to offer an array of dance classes for all ages! Classes are held at the brand new Get Up N' Dance studio located at 255 N. Main Street in Bristol.

STORYBOOK SCIENCE Storybook Science is a 6-week program geared for ages 6 and up. Each week in this program, there will be a story read relating to the science experiment and then participants will get to follow along creating, learning and understanding hands-on experiments.  WINTER ART INSTRUCTION Classes will be offered on Saturdays for six weeks at Page Park Pavilion for all ages and abilities. Each week students will work on projects and exploring a wide variety of mediums. Arts and crafts are one of the best ways for children to express their creativity and individual personalities.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

COVID-19 Related Uncertainties Have Not Dampened City of Bristol Community Engagement In 2020 Thanks To Parks, Recreation, Youth & Community Services  BRISTOL, CT., December 24, 2020 — Uncertainties related to COVID-19 throughout 2020 have not dampened the Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services ability to meet the needs of the Bristol community. Throughout 2020, the BPRYCS department offered virtual wellness programs, youth support groups, support to major social and political movements, community calls to action, as well as financial guidance and support to local families. Internally, the department has also been making changes, developing a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee to evaluate program inequities, as well as evaluating accreditation standards and developing policies in preparation for applying for national accreditation through the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies. The BPRYCS offices have remained open and operating throughout the pandemic, offering essential services that provide fundamental help to the communities' growing needs.  Read the Full Story Here

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Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services Main Office City Hall - 2nd Floor 111 North Main Street www.BristolRec.com

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