Holiday Programs

Tiny Tot Holiday Sing-a-Long and Cookie Decorating (Ages 1-3)

Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave

Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Time: 11:15AM-12:00PM

Fee: $12.00 per child/includes a snack

Instructor: Jen Lupinacci

Tis’ the season for caroling and cookies! Come introduce your tot to the joy of simple holiday songs and the fun of frosting! We will sing, make a simple craft to take home and decorate sugar cookies that get to be enjoyed by all! Caregiver and me class. Mask required until further notice. Registration starts 11/22/21

Handprint Keepsake Ornaments! (ages 1-3)

Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave

Tuesday, December 7 – Sess. 1

Wednesday, December 8 – Sess. 2

11:15AM-12:00PM

$12.00 per child per section

Instructor: Jen Lupinacci

They are only small for such a short time - come make a special keepsake handprint ornament to be cherished or given as a great gift. We will be working with modeling magic clay and also paint (please dress accordingly). This is a fun way to always remember how little they once were! We will be listening to festive music while we work. Caregiver and me class. Mask required until further notice. Registration starts 11/22/21

Gingerbread House Decorating (Ages 2‐4)

Recreation Star Center, 170 Shippan Ave

Friday, December 10, 2021

9:30AM - 10:30AM - Sess. 1

10:45AM - 11:45Am - Sess. 2

$14.00 per child per session

Instructor: Jen Lupinacci

There's nothing like a gingerbread house. They are as much fun to make as they are to eat! Join us for this one day event where you will decorate a gingerbread house to take home and sing songs inspired by the season! Limited to 14 children. A caregiver and me class. Caregiver must wear a mask. Registration starts 11/22/21

Holiday Themed -Play and Learn (Ages 1-3)

Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave

Tuesdays , November 30, December 7 and 14 – Sess. 1

Wednesdays December 1, 8 and 15- Sess. 2

Thursdays December 2, 9 and 16 – Sess. 3

9:30AM-11:00AM

$36.00 per child once a week per section

Instructor: Jen Lupinacci

Play with a purpose introduces your toddler to the experience of preschool with a caregiver. Our classroom will be set up with child-initiated activities. There will be centers to explore...holiday themed play doh, painting and more. Plus simple holiday projects. We will have a circle time with songs and stories. A festive snack will be provided. We will play in our spacious gym or ,weather permitting, outside on our playground. This will encourage movement and independence in a fun and safe environment. A great way for your child to continue to develop both fine and gross motor skills, learn about transitioning to the next activity and spatial awareness. A child & caregiver class. Mask required until further notice. Registration starts 11/22/21

Do You Want to Build a Snowman (Ages 2-4)

Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave

Thursday, December 9, 2021

11:15AM-12:00PM

$12.00 per child

Instructor: Jen Lupinacci

There is a chill in the air and what is more fun than building a snowman? We will build a snowman that is soft and snuggly! The children will also be able to decorate snowman cookies that they can enjoy for a snack all while listening to holiday music. Mask Required. Caregiver and me class. Registration starts 11/22/21

It's Time to Decorate your Christmas Tree (Ages 2-4)

Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave

When: December 1, 2021

11:15AM – 12:00PM

$12.00 per child

Instructor: Jen Lupinacci

Nothing is more fun then decorating your own Christmas tree! We will create a keepsake felt Christmas tree and make ornaments that can be used to decorate your very own tree. We will also decorate a Christmas tree that can be eaten! What fun we will have all while listening to holiday music. Caregiver and me class. Mask required until further notice. Registration starts 11/22/21

Science Tricks & Stunts on New Year’s Eve

(Age 6 - 12)

Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave

December 31, 2021

6:30PM – 11:30PM

Friday

$75.00 per child

Instructor: CT Computer Education Staff

Parents enjoy a night out and let us watch the kids in this fun New Year’s Eve Program! Science is a great way to start the year off on a good note. This class has lots of tricks and secrets to keep. Did you ever wonder how things are done that seem really cool? A couple of secrets to Flying Cups, Balancing Cups, Balancing Nails, and other cool experiments

Holiday Ornament Making Party (Ages 5 - 10)

Recreation Star Center,1170 Shippan Ave

December 10, 2021

Friday

6:00PM -8:00PM

$15.00 per person / all supplies included

Instructor: Recreation Staff

Join us for an ornament making party.

We will set up 4 stations, each with a different ornament project. These ornaments will make great keepsakes or holiday gifts! This is a great class for siblings to attend together! We will supply snacks and beverages. Register Now!

Valentine’s Day Make & Take With Might Makers (Gr. 1-3)

Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave

February 10, 2022

Day: Thursday

Time: 4:15PM – 5:30PM

Fee: $30.00 per child/ Includes all supplies

Instructor: Ms. Nancy

Come join the fun as we make and decorate festive and yummy Valentine treats! As our treats are baking, we'll create and decorate cards to celebrate and share the love of this special and oh so fun holiday. Max of 8 students, masks are required.