summer 2021 - holliston
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1750 Washington StreetHolliston, MA 01746 (508) 429-2149
www.townofholliston.us/parks-recreation
Holliston Parks & Recreation
Summer 2021
Holliston Parks & RecreationStaff
Mark Frank, DirectorShannon Cornwell, Assistant Director
1750 Washington StreetHolliston, MA 01746
Phone: (508) 429-2149Email: [email protected]
Website: www.townofholliston.us/parks-recreationFacebook: Holliston Parks & Recreation
Instagram: @hollistonparkrec
Park Commission Steve Bigelow
Paul HealyMelissa Kaspern, chairpersonShaw Lively, vice-chairperson
Brian MacDonaldOffice Hours: Monday 9-4Tuesday 9-4
Wednesday 9-4Thursday 9-4Friday 9-12
HOW TO REGISTERONLINE: www.townofholliston.us/parks-recreation
WALK IN: Temporarily unavailable. Please call the office to register Cash, credit cards and checks accepted (made payable to Town of Holliston)
MAIL: Download registration form from website (under links) and mail complete form/check (payable to Town of Holliston) to 1750 Washington Street, Holliston MA 01746
GENERAL INFORMATIONENROLLMENT: All fees must be paid in advance. A person is registered when their payment and registration form have been accepted by the Recreation Department or a person has registered online. The department reserves the right to cancel a program due to insufficient registration or if there are other reasons to prevent running a quality program. AGE POLICY: Participants must meet the required age by the start of the program. Children must be toilet trained to attend programs unaccompanied by and adult. INCLUSION: We welcome kids and adults of all abilities to participate in our programs. For questions, adaptations, and accommodations please email [email protected]. If necessary, parents or aides are welcome to attend with participants.REFUND/ACCOUNT CREDIT POLICY: When you register for one of our programs we depend on your participation to make it successful. A full refund/account credit will be made only if: programs are canceled, the recreation department makes changes that prohibit your attendance, or if you have an unforeseen medical problem confirmed by a doctor’s note. For 2021: -Program withdrawals must be made at least 5 business days prior to the program start date (10 business days for outsidevendor programs) to receive a refund or account credit. Withdrawals less than 5 business days (10 for outside vendors) prior to start date will incur a $15 admin fee. We do not refund after the start of a program.-Special Refund Policy for Outdoors at Goodwill Park, Junior Patoma, Senior Patoma, Counselor-in-Training -Requests for refunds received from Feb 8 thru 2 weeks prior to the registered week – refund or account credit -Requests for refunds received less than 2 weeks prior to the registered week – refund or account credit (less a $15 admin fee) -We do not refund after the start of a program unless there is a medical issue or unusual circumstancesPHOTO/VIDEO POLICY: Photographs and/or videos are frequently taken during our recreational programs for public relations or other projects. Please notify us in writing if you wish to deny permission for the use of these photos.WEATHER POLICY: When Holliston Public Schools are closed for inclement weather, all recreation programs are can-celled for that day and evening. If a storm develops during the day/weekends, or weather is questionable, we will com-municate with you via email and/or text. Always feel free to call the office.RESIDENTS/NON-RESIDENTS: Unless otherwise noted, programs are available for non-residents of Holliston.
Outdoors @ GoodwillOutdoors at Goodwill Park is a fun and exciting program for children ages 4, 5
& 6 (entering 1st grade). We are bringing new & exciting themes and activities well as old favorites to our playground program! Every week we will have arts & crafts, water fun, games, scavenger hunts and more! The playground adds even
more varied playtime fun! Water games include: splash balls, slides, pools, sprinklers, and more! Wear a bathing suit & sunscreen and don’t forget your
towel, lunch & water bottle. Children must be 4 years old and completely potty-trained by the start of the program.
Ages: 4, 5 & 6Time: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM
Cost: $185*(*Session 1, 4 days - $150)
Goodwill Park, 30 Green St, Holliston
Session 1: July 6-9 Chill ZoneSession 2: July 12-16 Around the WorldSession 3: July 19-23 Critter ConnectionSession 4: July 26-30 Up, Up and AwaySession 5: August 2-6 Local Heroes Session 6: August 9-13 Shark WeekSession 7: August 16-20 Harvestfest
Camp PatomaAt Camp Patoma your child will have an unforgettable experience and make
memories that will last a lifetime. This program for kids entering grades 2 through 5 (Junior Campers) and grades 6 & 7 (Senior Campers). Camp is jam-packed with great
outdoor summertime activities such as archery, arts & crafts, tennis, theme days, games, swimming, scavenger hunts, sand castle competitions, tie-dye, trivia games,
shaving cream fun, field game days and much more! Viking Sports will be joining us on Wednesdays for group events.
Grades 2-5 and 6-7Time: 9:00AM - 3:00PM
Cost: $245*(*Session 1, 4 days - $200)
Stoddard Park, 880 Stoddard Park Drive, Holliston With the passing of Christian’s Law in 2012 we
are now required to have every participant swim tested which will be done on the first day of the
program. Session 1: July 6-9 Session 2: July 12-16 Session 3: July 19-23 Session 4: July 26-30 Session 5: August 2-6 Session 6: August 9-13 Session 7: August 6-20
Just a Bit Before 7:45 drop off
Cost: $35/week*(*Session 1, 4 days - $28)
Just a Little After3-5pm
Cost: $70/week*(*Session 1, 4 days - $56)
Be prepared to have lots of fun, but please leave your electron-ic devices at home. This is an outdoor experiential program and for maximum enjoyment everyone needs to “unplug”.
Councelor-In-Training
Session A: July 12-16 Session B: July 19-23 Session C: July 26-30 Session D: August 2-6 Session E: August 9-13 Session F: August 6-20
CIT at GoodwillTime: 8:15AM - 1:15PM
Cost: $60Goodwill Park, 30 Green St, Holliston
CIT at PatomaTime: 8:45AM - 3:15PM
Cost: $90Stoddard Park,
880 Stoddard Park Drive, Holliston
This program is for 13 - 15 year olds who enjoy working with young children. This is a work-oriented experience, which gives our participants the opportunity to learn and
understand the demands and responsibilities of a counselors job. Our CIT coordinator will be on hand to help CITs learn effective communication, child safety, and all the basics on how to become a good counselor. This year we will be running
one week sessions to maximize participation. Cell phones will NOT be allowed during camp hours and will be stored safely upon
arrival each day. Participants may only register for one session each summer.
Applications are to be filled out by the participant and are due by 2/28/2021. Placement and registration information will be sent to parents/participants
no later than 3/8/2021.
Click here for the CIT Application or visit our registration site holliston.activityreg.com
Please note, CIT Orientation is mandatory. To better acquaint
the CITs with the counselors and staff they will be included in camp training week. CITs are required to attend two sessions, 10-12pm on 6/29 & 6/30. An alternative train-
ing date is scheduled for 6/24.
Accepting Applications for the Waitlist
Accepting Applications for the Waitlist
Summer CampsPRE-K MULTI SPORT WEEKJoin Director Mark Frank and Parks and Recre-ation Staff for a week of Pre-k fun and games. We will introduce various sports such as Soc-cer, Tball, and Basketball, and play fun tag and running games to keep the kids engaged and having FUN! Drop off program. Kids should bring water and comfortable clothes to run around in. Parks & Recreation CenterSession 1: 6/7-6/10 Session 2: 6/14-6/174 days 9:15am-10:00amFriday rain dateAges 3.5-6 years Cost: $65
SKYHAWKSThe Skyhawks staff is ready for summer! Join them for one of these great sport camps. All current COVID related guidance will be strictly adhered to.
Mini Hawk Ages 4-6 6/28-7/2 9:15am-12:15pm $155Multi-Sport Ages 7-12 6/28-7/2 9:15am-3:15pm $199Flag Football Fueled by USA Football Ages 7-12 7/19-7/23 9:15am-3:15pm $210 Baseball/Softball Ages 7-12 8/16-8/20 9:15am-3:15pm $199
INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CAMPChallenger Sports’ Interantional Soccer Camp is the most popular soccer camp in the country. Hundreds of Challeng-er coaches each year have helped the company develop one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the US. Their experienced staff study the game at all levels and we have identified the key techniques and skills that your players need to work on and master to reach their true potential. Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily World Cup tour-nament. Every child will get an international Soccer t-shirt at the end of the week.Stoddard ParkAges 6-12 8/23-8/27Full day 9am-3pm Cost $200Half day 9am-12pm Cost $160
TENNISCoach Lyn is back for summer tennis! Email [email protected] with any equipment questions.
Mini-Lobbers - Ages 5-7 8:30-9:30amTop Spinners - Ages 8-10 9:30-11:00amAces - Ages 11-15 - 11:00am-1:00pm
Camp runs Monday-Thursday, rain date Fridays S1:7/5-7/8 S4:7/26-7/29 S2:7/2-7/15 S5:8/2-8/5 S3:7/19-7/22 S6:8/9-8/12 S7:8/16-8/19
Summer Camps
COLLEGE APPLICATION ESSAY WRITINGCheck off that big summer “to-do” item! Andrew Langlois has been teaching essay writing in high school for 13 years, and can help you develop the ultimate college application essay. Together we will work effi-ciently and effectively to craft a piece that is specific, personal, and demonstrates your value to prospec-tive colleges and universities. Students should provide their own laptop.8/23-8/27 Option of Remote or In Person1:00-4:00PM Cost $299
FINANCIAL LITERACYCheck off that big summer “to-do” item! Andrew Langlois has been teaching essay writing in high school for 13 years, and can help you develop the ultimate college application essay. Together we will work efficiently and effectively to craft a piece that is specific, personal, and demonstrates your value to prospec-tive colleges and universities. Students should provide their own laptop.8/23-8/27Option of Remote or In Person9:00-12:00PM Cost $299
CODE WIZ SUMMER CAMPSCheck out all of the great coding options this summer - Code Wiz Summer Camp DescriptionsEach camp runs every week beginning 6/28 through the week of 8/16. The sessions are 2 hr/day Monday-Friday. You have a choice of 10am-12pm or 1-3pm.Ages 7-17 Cost $250
SNAPOLOGY CAMPSTake a break from the sun and join the Snapology of Hopedale staff for an adventure or two!7/12-7/13Session 1: 9am-12pm STEAM SurvivorSession 2: 1-4pm Amusement Park Adventures and Engineering8/9-8/13Session 1: 9am-12pm Robotics ExtravaganzaSession 2:1-4pm Amazing RaceGrades 2-5Cost $205/session - Stay all day and save!!Parks and Rec Building - 1750 Washington St