Your semi-monthly Recreation activities information.
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GREETINGS,
Some of our seasonal events are back with some pandemic-safe modifications. "Halloween Happenings" is already SOLD OUT! Next up will be "Breakfast with Santa". Information is available below and on our website. Tickets went on sale October 11. For information on other special events in the community in October and November, click here.
As of this writing, the Town of Greenwich requires that all visitors to our buildings including, but not limited to, Town Hall, Bendheim Western Civic Center, Eastern Civic Center, the Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink and our community centers, must wear a face mask, regardless of vaccination status.
The Parks and Recreation Office at Town Hall is open to the public weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. We encourage you to make an appointment between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Most business can be done online. Office staff are available by email; feel free to contact us. Both the Eastern and Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Centers are open for programs. They are available to rent for meetings and to rent for recreation activities.
Best regards,
Sue Snyder, Recreation Superintendent
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We have modified our popular Brunch with Santa program to allow for social distancing. "Breakfast With Santa" will be Sunday, November 28 at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center. There will be two seatings: from 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. and from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Each family will be seated at a separate table. Face masks must be worn by anyone at least two years old, except when seated at your table. Advanced tickets/reservations are required. |
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Scholarships Available for
Youth Programs
The Parks and Recreation Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to income eligible resident families for participation in youth activities. Scholarship applications must be submitted a minimum of three (3) weeks prior to the start of the program. |
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Pickleball and Tennis Information |
Parks and Recreation has news to share regarding tennis and pickleball play for the upcoming months.
- The tennis/pickleball reservation system will continue through November 30, 2021.
- At Loughlin Avenue courts, the nets will remain up during the winter.
- Western Middle School Courts will be lined for pickleball within the next few weeks. Portable nets will be placed at WMS courts and will remain throughout the winter months. Play will only be allowed on WMS courts on the weekends. No play is permitted during the school day.
- At Binney Park courts, two tennis nets will remain up during the winter.
- At Bruce Park courts, one tennis net will remain up during the winter.
- As long as the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center is still operational, the building staff will schedule pickleball play in the gym.
- In all cases of outdoor play, courts should only be used when weather and court conditions permit.
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For additional information, visit our tennis page. Courts are for tennis and pickleball only; NO bikes, scooters, skateboards, dogs.
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Purchase Admission Online
Daily and monthly fees for the Skatepark are ONLY available for purchase online at greenwichct.gov/webtrac. The skatepark is open weekends from 12:30 - 6 p.m. and weekdays from 3:30 - 6 p.m. Download the schedule of hours and fees. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party at the skatepark, click here.
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Men's Basketball League
The Men's Basketball League is returning for Winter 2022. An informational meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 10 at BWGCC; entry fees and forfeit bond are due Thursday, November 18. The league will begin in January. For more information, click here.
Co-ed and Girls Youth Basketball
All sections of the Co-ed and Girls Youth Basketball clinics are full, with waitlists.
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Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink |
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Dorothy Hamill Skating Rink Replacement Project
The Town has established a dedicated webpage for the Skating Rink Replacement Project. This webpage is intended to serve as a resource for information about the project and will be updated as the project progresses.
The webpage will host all of the key project facts and documents. Related Town meeting information will also be posted here. It's intended to be a comprehensive resource for the community to stay informed about the project.
You can also sign up for the project's quarterly newsletter!
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Bendheim Western Civic Center
449 Pemberwick Road, Greenwich
BWGCC is offering Drop-In Adult Co-ed Volleyball. The program is held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. beginning October 5 through November 30. The drop-in fee is $5 per player. For more information, call 203-532-1259.
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Eastern Civic Center
90 Harding Road, Old Greenwich
Roller Skating is scheduled for October 15, 29, and November 12 from 7 - 9:30 p.m.. Admission is $12 and includes skates. Masks are required. Visit the website.
The 13th annual Big Apple Invitational, all age, all variety pigeon extravaganza is scheduled for Saturday, November 20. The event runs from 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Coach Craig Lanzoni runs archery lessons for all skill levels. Email Craig for details. |
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Parks and Recreation Foundation
On Wednesday, October 20 from 3 - 7 p.m., join J. McLaughlin, located at 55 East Putnam Avenue, for a festive evening of fall shopping and sips and bites. 15% of sales will benefit the Greenwich Parks and Recreation Foundation.
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Greenwich Farmers' Market
The Greenwich Farmers' Market is held at the commuter lot on the corner of Arch Street and Horseneck Lane. Each Saturday through November, you may shop between 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Please follow all market rules including NO PETS.
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Greenwich Seniors
Click here for the Greenwich Senior Center and their latest edition of the Senior Newsletter. For additional information from the Commission on Aging, check out their website.
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Withdrawal Policy for Recreation Activities other than Day Camps
Credit requests for recreation program registration will be considered if received in writing prior to the start of the program. There is a $15 administrative fee for credits. The general policy of the Recreation Division is that we do not process refunds unless a program has been cancelled. Please read all registration information carefully and contact us prior to registering if you have any questions.
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Weather Cancellation Information
Please make note of the Recreation Division's weather cancellation hotline phone # 203-861-6100.
Information regarding cancellations and closures is also posted on our Recreation Sports Website where you can sign up to get text alerts and/or emails notifying you of some program changes. The hotline phone # is updated before the website is updated. |
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Non-Discrimination and Event Accessibility
The Town complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination, equal opportunity, affirmative action, and providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate, please contact the Commissioner of Human Services at 203-622-3800 or Demetria.Nelson@greenwichct.org
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Program and Participant Photographs
Parks and Recreation reserves the right to use program or event photographs including participants in official Town of Greenwich media only (website, newsletter, flyers and advertisements, Facebook, and/or Instagram). Please contact the Recreation Office if you object to the use of photographs of you or your child(ren) in Town media.
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