Ashley Cooke

Art Programs On-line Whether together in the classroom or together on-line, Paint Draw & More is committed to offering fun and valuable art classes. Specialty drawing and painting papers will be mailed to registrants.  We will work with the art supplies you have at home, focusing on pencils, colored pencils, markers and water-color paints. Our virtual classes have been a delight to all. Please join us in our virtual art room. 

Drawing and Painting Class (Ages 5-12) This Program teaches children to draw what they see, while enhancing their drawings with their own ideas and concepts and using different materials in creative way.The class environment is non-competitive and fun. This program helps children to build self-esteem through their drawing success and enhance hand – eye coordination, as well as spatial and color relationship. When: April 15 – June 3

Day: Wednesday

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ages 5-8 – Sess. 1              

5:00pm – 6:00pm. Ages 9-12 – Sess. 2

Fee: $149.00. eight-week session per student .      

All materials included

Instructor: Jo-Ann T. Claybourne. Note: Need a minimum of 4 participants per class

Cartooning Class (Ages 8-13) This is cartooning class plus! In this class young artists will develop a cartoon character, create its comic book story. The camp will follow the cartoon theme created by the students. During the session they will be designing, drawing, mask making and working in 2 and 3D. This class has been selling out and we are happy to offer our own little Comic Con at the Stamford Park and Recreation. All material’s
included. Before becoming a teacher, Heather Bennett founded “The Late Night Milk Run,” a 15-year-old online business specializing in hand made sculptures (plush dolls)and prop designs. Her dolls and artwork have also been seen on TV shows such as HBO’s “Girls” and “Modern Family.” Offered by Paint, Draw and More.

When: April 18 – June 13 (No class 5/23)

Day: Saturday

Time: 1:00PM – 2:00PM

Instructor: Heather Bennett

Fee:  $149.00 per eight-week session per student.

All materials included Note: Need a minimum of 4 participants   

Fitness Program on Zoom with Stamford Recreation At HomeZumba For Kids ( Ages 7-11) – on Zoom Zumba kids classes feature kid friendly routines based on original Zumba choreography. We break down the steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure. Helps develop a healthy lifestyle and incorporate fitness as a natural part of children’s live by making fitness fun.

When: April 15 – May 20

Day: Wednesday

Time: 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Instructor: Monique Reittie, Certified Instructor 

Fee: $55.00 per child

Note: Need a minimum of 6 participants

STAMFORD RECREATION SERVICES

ANNOUNCING CANCELATION OF PROGRAMS/SERVICES

The safety of Stamford Recreation Services staff, volunteers, guests and community is a top priority and Stamford Recreation Services is taking appropriate action to limit the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). Following directives from CT Governor Ned Lamont, the CT Department of Public Health, Mayor David Martin and the CDC to limit public gatherings, Stamford Recreation is closing several indoor public facilities and canceling all events and programs until April 30th. 

These facilities include . . . 

The Star Center, 1170 Shippan Avenue

Terry Conners Ice Rink, 1125 Cove Road

CTE/Lathon Wider Gym, 137 Henry Street

Spring Registration: March 17th 

Registrations for spring indoor programs all Recreation programs are canceled with the exception of: 

U.S. Sports Institute Spring UPDATED classes will begin: 

Saturdays, May 2-June 27

Sunday, May 3-June 28

Tuesdays, May 5-June 23

Eagles Soccer Academy- NEW DATES 

Mondays & Wednesdays, May 4-June 24th    

Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 6th- June 25th               

Tennis Class kids and adults

Soccer Tikes 

TGA Golf

Boston Trip 

TGA Golf Outdoors.

Soccer Tikes 

Outdoor Tennis Lessons

 Stamford Recreation is only offering selective outdoor spring programs for online registration. All summer programs will be available online for registration starting March 17th. We will set aside registration spots for walk-in registrations at a later date for summer programs for those that cannot register online.

 Please continue to check the Recreation website at www.stamfordrecreation.com and the Rink website at http://tcrink.com/home for updates.

All Stamford permitted/sanctioned sports leagues including Stamford Rec leagues are postponed for the 30 days as well.

Stamford outdoor locations will remain open including all parks.  E. Gaynor Brennan Golf Course will remain open. All patrons visiting Stamford Parks are recommended to take preventative action when visiting the park system including hand washing/sanitizing, self-monitoring and social distancing as much as possible.