From music and story time, to STEM and art activities, Stamford Recreation offers a variety of stimulating programming for children ages 1-4. Our exceptional preschool staff are experts in early childhood development and understand how to help each child learn and grow!
Spring/Summer 2021 Early Childhood Programs
Edible Art & Exploration ( Ages 2-4)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
April 13 – June 1
Tuesday
11:50AM – 12:50PM
$68 for 8 weeks
Jen Lupinacci Preschool Instructor
Let’s explore art and creative ways to make simple fun snacks that your children can enjoy!!projects may include individual pies, cupcakes and ants on a log (celery stuffed with cream cheese - with raisins on top) - among other ideas!We will introduce different art mediums each week. Children will be able to explore textures, textiles, colors and more. In this class the children will develop fine motor, language and cognitive skills plus the ability to listen and follow simple directions. Art can get messy - dress accordingly! A caregiver and me class. Caregiver must wear mask.
Teddy Bear Picnic (Ages 2-4)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
April 5, 2021
Monday
$13.00 per child
Instructors: Preschool Staff
The Teddy Bears are having a picnic and you are invited to join them in some ” Beary “ fun activities. Crafts, snacks and Teddy Bear fun await! A caregiver and me class & Parents must wear a mask.
Spring Fling (Ages 2-4)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
April 7, 2021
Wednesday
10:00AM – 11:00AM
$10.00 per child
Instructors: Preschool Staff
Spring is here and the fun is “Blooming” at this special event. Spring themed crafts, snacks and flower fun will keep us buzzing! A caregiver and me class & Parents must wear a mask.
Silly Science & Nature Too (Ages 2-4)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
April 14 – June 3
Wednesday– 10:00AM - 110:40AM - Sess. A
Thursday - 11:45AM – 12:25PM - Sess. B
$68 for 8 Weeks
Instructors: Jen Lupinacci, Preschool Instructor
It’s full STEM/STEAM ahead in this hands on class. We will explore something new every week-while applying simple scientific aspects that children can relate to. We will have a lot of fun with simple experiments and hands on exploring. Themes may include dinosaurs, volcanoes, magnets, hibernation, space and more! A caregiver and me class. Caregiver must wear mask.
Senior Squirts T-Ball
Senior Squirts T-Ball is a great way to introduce your young slugger to this exciting game. Players will focus on learning the rules and developing their skills in hitting, throwing, base running and fielding. Each session, players will apply what they have learned into a T-Ball scrimmage. (Please note participants are required to provide their own glove for this program.)
Summer Dates
Sundays 6/27-8/8- 6 sessions
Session 1: 12:00pm-12:50pm
Location: Scalzi Park
Ages: 5-6
Fee: $125
Squirts T-Ball
Open to both boys and girls, there's no better introduction to the sports of baseball or softball! Skills covered include hitting, throwing, catching, base running, fielding, and more. Each session is taught through structured activities, fun games, and scrimmages designed to ensure learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun!
Spring Dates
Sundays 4/18/21- 7 sessions
Session 1: 10:00am-10:50am
Session 2: 1:00pm- 1:50pm
Session 3: 2:00pm- 2:50pm
Tuesdays 4/20- 6/1- 7 sessions
Session 4: 10:30am-11:20am
Location: Sundays @ Scalzi Park / Tuesdays @ Belltown Ages: 3-4
Fee- $145
Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts
The Parent & Me Multi Sports Squirts program allows children to try a variety of sports with a helping hand from Mom or Dad! Ease your child into social situations with support and confidence as you engage in fun sports activities and games together.
Summer Dates
Saturdays 6/26-8/7- 6 sessions
Session 1: 10:00am-10:50am
Tuesdays 6/29-7/27- 5 sessions
Session 2: 9:30am-10:20am
Location: Saturday @ Scalzi Park / Tuesday @ Belltown Ages: 2-3
Fee: Saturday $125 / Tuesday $105
Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts
Parent & Me T-Ball Squirts is a fun and positive introduction to t-ball for young children with a helping hand from Mom or Dad! With a parent participating by their side, kids will have fun learning the fundamental skills of t-ball through structured activities, fun based games, and scrimmages.
Summer Dates
Saturdays 6/26- 8/7- 6 sessions
Session 1: 9:00am-9:50am
Sundays 6/27-8/8- 6 sessions
Session 2: 9:00am-9:50am
Location: Scalzi Park
Ages: 2-3
Fee: $125
Squirts T-Ball
Open to both boys and girls, there's no better introduction to the sports of baseball or softball! Skills covered include hitting, throwing, catching, base running, fielding, and more. Each session is taught through structured activities, fun games, and scrimmages designed to ensure learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun!
Summer Dates
Saturdays 6/26- 8/7- 6 sessions
Session 1: 11:00am-11:50am
Sundays 6/27- 8/8- 6 sessions
Session 2: 10:00am-10:50am
Session 3: 11:00am-11:50am
Tuesdays 6/29- 7/27- 5 sessions
Session 4: 10:30am-11:20am
Location: Saturday & Sundays @ Scalzi Park / Tuesdays @ Belltown
Ages: 3-4
Fee- Saturday & Sunday $125 / Tuesday $105
Squirts Multi Sports
The Squirts Multi Sports program allows children to try a variety of different sports throughout the season including Lacrosse, Soccer, T-Ball, and Track & Field. All sports are taught in a safe and structured learning environment designed to ensure learning and most importantly: fun, fun, fun!
Summer Dates Tuesdays 6/29-7/27- 5 sessions Session 1: 11:30am-12:20pm Location: Belltown
Ages: 3-4
Fee: $105
