Some of our most popular special interest programs are our Friday Night Ski Bums Program and Horseback Riding at Mead Farms. Explore our special interest programs below – we have something for every passion!
Spring/Summer Programs
Cartooning Class ( Ages 8 - 13 )
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
September 22 – November 17
Thursday
4:00PM – 5:00PM
$180.00 per person for 9 weeks / materials included
Instructor: Heather Bennett
This is cartooning class plus! In this class young artists will develop a cartoon character, create 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 & 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) & prop designs. Her work has been featured in publication including ELLE, Glamour, Milk Magazine (France) & Linda Women (Holland). Her dolls & artwork have also been seen on TV shows such as HBO’s “Girls” & “Modern Family.” Offered by Paint, Draw & More.
New OOP’S It’s Ok Science ( Ages 5-12 )
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
November 2 – December 7 (No class 11/23)
Wednesday
4:00PM – 5:15PM
$112.00 per child for five weeks
Experiments and more experiments. This class involves experiments done in groups by children. All children will wear safety goggles during class. If you have your own you may bring them. If your child has any allergies please notify instructor. Some experiments include slime, play dough, bouncing cups, mazes, geysers and various other experiments. Please bring a snack every day. Mask optional No class November 23rd. ON HALF DAYS CLASS MEETS 2-330PM.
Extreme Rec Night ( Gr 2-4 )
Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave
November 18, 2022
Friday
6:00PM – 8:00PM
$10.00 per student
Students come join us for a night of fun filled activities. The night will be filled with indoor gym games, arts and crafts and other activities. Great way to spend a Fall Friday evening with your friends or you can meet new friends.
Science Wizards (Gr. 1-3)
Recreation Star Center 1170 Shippan Ave
Monday - October 3 – November 14 ( No class 10/10)
$180.00 for 6 weeks
Come with us on this enchanting journey in the world of science! We will mix up some crazy and colorful potions, discover some magical and glowing tricks, create hair-rising, mystifying, and electrifying experiments, build levitating objects, discover precious stones, witness charming illusions and learn how it is all powered by science! Students will transform into Science Wizards! Every student receives a lab coat, goggles, and specially designed Mad Science Take Homes to help extend learning at home!
New Science Energy( Ages 5-12 )
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
September 21 – October 19
Wednesday
4:00PM – 5:15PM
$112.00 per child for five weeks
Instructor: CT Computer Education Staff
Come join the amazing class all about Energy and Science. This class is an interactive class and all children are encouraged to participate and engage in. At times children will have projects to investigate on their own. Safety glasses are provided, but you may bring your own. Please bring a snack. Experiments to include but not limited to are conductors, test tubes, levitation and static electricity. Please notify instructor of any allergies to latex. Mask optional. Pictures will be emailed home. ON HALF DAYS CLASS MEETS 2:00PM-330PM
Kids In the Kitchen (Gr. K-2)
Recreation Star Center, 1170 Shippan Ave
October 4 – November 22 ( No class 11/8 )
Tuesday
4:15PM - 5:30PM
$98.00 for 7 Weeks
Includes all supplies
Instructors: Ms. Nancy
Does your child love to cook or have an interest to learn how to? If so, this is the class for him/her! Grab an apron, bring your enthusiasm to cook & meet me in the kitchen!
Little chefs will learn how about food while they're making, baking, chopping and cooking delicious and healthy breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack recipes!
This is a fully hands on class and one that's full of fun & learning! Each week our chefs will make a complete recipe to enjoy in class or bring home along with the instructions.
*While we won't be using any peanut products, I cannot guarantee use of other ingredients. Should your child have an allergy, please contact us prior to registering.
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