WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
March 21, 2022
Art Instructors
  • Help us develop a curriculum and administer classes to increase arts & culture offerings for community members of all ages! Learn More
Recreation Leaders
  • Supervise and ensure well-being of all campers within an assigned age group. Plan, implement and lead a variety of recreation activities including sports, arts and crafts, enrichment, and more! Learn More
Assistant Camp Director
  • Assists the Camp Director in operations of assigned summer camp including staff and camper supervision, evaluation and training. Maintains safety standards and practices at all times. Learn More
Recreation Intern
  • Join us this summer and assist with daily operations of a busy, diverse and comprehensive summer parks, recreation, youth and community services department. Learn More
Lifeguards
  • Performs patron surveillance, maintains safe aquatic facilities; provides customer service and other duties as assigned. Learn More
Park Ambassadors
  • Help us maintains positive relations with residents and visitors, answering questions, explaining ordinances and regulations within town parks. Act as a liason during peak hours. Reach out to Ericabenoit@bristolct.gov for more information or to learn how to apply.
SAVE THE DATE
71st ANNUAL PERRY J. SPINELLI FISHING DERBY
Saturday, April 30th
7:00 - 10:00 am
Page Park Pond
Enjoy a morning fishing on Page pond with your friends and family, the pond will be stocked with hundreds of pounds of trout for the derby. Kids up to 13 years of age can fish for free and attempt to win prizes and trophies for different age groups. Learn More
APRIL VACATION CAMP
April 11th - 14th
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Page Park
Ages 6 - 12
Keep kids active during April Break! Campers will enjoy field trips, crafts, games, sports and more! Make new friends, embrace the outdoors, learn new skills, and get a taste of that summer camp feeling we're all missing.
ALL HEART NESTS
Saturday, May 7th
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Rockwell Park
This spring, we're painting birdhouses to be hung up in Bristol's parks! Participants will be using paint, stain, and creativity to decorate the houses. All the materials have been removed from the local transfer station to help keep items out of the waste stream in Bristol. Learn More
30th ANNUAL YOUTH RECOGNITION AWARDS
Wednesday, May 11th at 6:00 pm | Muzzy Field
BPRYCS is seeking nominations for the departments 30th Annual Youth Recognition Awards, which spotlights and celebrates young people who are going above and beyond in service to the Bristol community. Youth and youth groups may be nominated by adults that benefited from a community service project or volunteerism of a Bristol young person. Selected youth will be recognized at the formal ceremony at Muzzy Field in front of friends and family. Learn More
** Nominations close Thursday, March 31st at 4:30 pm **
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Co-Ed Flag Football
Fridays, April 1st - May 13th
Grades 3 - 4 - 6:00 - 6:50 pm
Grades 5 - 8 - 7:00 - 7:50 pm
Players will work on basic football skills such as passing, catching, offense and defense in a safe environment. New teams are formed each week to promote opportunities to socialize with everyone in the program. Learn More
FitFloat Water Exercise Classes
Wednesdays, March 23rd - May 11th
6:15 - 7:00 pm
Dennis Malone Aquatic Center
This 45-minute workout will explore core stabilization and various fitness modalities like yoga, pilates, and high intensity training...while floating!These revolutionary floating pool mats are the hottest trend in fitness. FitFloat is low impact and safe for all fitness levels. Learn More
Youth Training and Conditioning
Saturdays, April 2nd - May 14th
9:00 - 9:45 am
Ages 8 - 12
Is your child active enough? Are you looking for new ways to get your child moving? The BPRYCS Youth Training & Conditioning program focuses on fun ways to improve your child's coordination, build endurance and strength, as well as improve flexibility through exercises that are easy to follow. This program is for participants of all skill levels and abilities. Learn More
Tennis Lessons
Page Park
Date/time vary by age and skill level
There are many opportunities to play whether you are just beginning or have been playing for years. From children ages 4 through adults, participants will work on the fundamentals of tennis: stroke development, court strategy, footwork, tennis etiquette, scoring and promote the love of the game. Learn More
Horsemanship at Shepard Meadows
Thursdays, April 7th - May 5th
5:00 - 5:45 pm
Ages 7 - 16
Un-mounted horsemanship teaches skills such as grooming, tacking, and leading but also provides opportunities to challenge participants to persevere, problem solve, communicate and promotes the development of self-esteem.  Learn More
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
SUMMER REGISTRATION - COMING SOON!
Tuesday, March 29th - All Summer 2022 program, camps, and event information available at BristolRec.com via the brochure or when you select Programs under the Register tab.
Tuesday, April 12th - Summer Registration Opens
Tuesday, June 14th - Learn to Swim Summer Registration Opens (following the final spring session for level recommendations)
But, you're in LUCK! In honor of this past St. Patrick's Day, we're giving you a sneak peek into Summer!
We'll be Shamrockin' N Rollin' at the
Summer Concert Series
Tuesdays, June 21 - August 9
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Rockwell Park Amphitheater
Concerts will feature a variety of musical performances including Pop, Funk, Rhythm & Blues, Country & Classic Rock music and more to fill the air! Bring your family & friends, blankets & chairs, and grab dinner at the food trucks and enjoy a night of entertainment each week! Concerts are free to community members.
  • 6/21 - Savage Brothers
  • 6/28 - Mass-Conn-Fusion
  • 7/5 - The Night Shakers
  • 7/12- Marc Berger
  • 7/19 - KICK
  • 7/26 - Sonic Theory
  • 8/2 - Downtown 6
  • 8/9 - Soul Sound Revue
Get ready to spot four leaf clovers at
Green Team
2nd Saturday of the Month
June 11 - August 13
9:00 - 11:00 am
All ages welcome!
The Bristol Green Team meets monthly for a friendly competition cleaning up trash in our local parks! BPRYCS is seeking the aid of volunteers to join the team and help clean up Bristol parks. Bristol Green Team volunteers meet at 9 AM by the Park entrance. All supplies are provided upon arrival. Enjoy the outdoors while giving back! Everyone who checks in and participates in green team will receive a free shirt (while supplies lasts)!
  • 6/11 @ Page Park
  • 7/9 @ Rockwell Park
  • 8/13 @ Memorial Boulevard
All Summer 2022 schedules will be posted to Bristolrec.com on Tuesday, March 29th
City of Bristol
Department of Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services
51 High Street
Bristol, CT 06010