Milford

Recreation

Fall/Winter Guide

2017/2018

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Milford Recreation Fall/Winter Guide 2017/2018

Zombie Orienteering Avoid the zombies and make it back to safety! SATURDAY 9/23 7:30-8:30PM ~ Keyes Park Recommended ages 12+. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult Coordinated with the Conservation Commission!

COME ON OUT AND ENJOY THIS FREE FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT!

Winter Snowflake Family Dance Saturday 12/2 ~ 6-8pm

Coed Wooden Bat Softball Tournament Ages 18+. 8th Annual Coed Softball Tournament Come out for one great day of fun! Team entries will not be accepted after Sept. 15, 2017 12pm. Keyes Park/Carson Field Proceeds benefit Kaley Park softball field development Team Prizes 1st Place $150 2nd Place $100 3rd Place $50 *Teams MUST register and pay in full by* Sept 15 @ 12pm Tournament Sunday 9/24 $150 per team Tournament starts at 9am

Breakfast with Santa Save the Date 12/9 Town Hall

ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY Milford Town Hall Auditorium $8 Per Person ~Tickets go on sale Monday 10/2/2017~ *Food*DJ*Raffle Prizes*Photos*

Winter Family Festival

Daddy Daughter Dance

FRIDAY NIGHT – 1/19 6pm-8pm FREE at Shepard Park

Saturday 2/10 ~ 6-8pm ADVANCE TICKET SALES ONLY Milford Town Hall Auditorium

Ice Skating Skate Swap Games Music Hot Cocoa Roasting Marshmallows Mitten Friendly Food

$8 Per Person ~Tickets go on sale Tuesday 1/2/2018~ *Food*DJ*Raffle Prizes*Photos*

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Bus Trips Big E Springfield, MA. The Big E, also known as The Eastern States Exposition, is billed as "New England's Great State Fair". It is the largest agricultural event on the eastern seaboard and the seventh-largest fair in the nation. Today you are on your own to enjoy one of the biggest fairs you will ever see. Trip includes Transportation and entry to the fair. Only 14 seats available! Wednesday, 9/20 $45pp Depart Milford at 8:00am Depart Springfield 3:00pm

Castle in the Clouds Moultonborough, NH. This unbelievable masterpiece was built in the heart of the Ossipee Mountains in the early nineteen hundreds at a cost in excess of seven million dollars and has scenic views as spectacular as any place in the world. Artists from everywhere come to paint the view of the distant mountains, lakes, streams, waterfalls, winding trails and fields. Tour the beautiful estate and enjoy the beauty of the Castle in the Clouds. We will be having lunch at Carriage House located at Castle in the Clouds. Only 14 seats available! Requires walking moderate distances on uneven ground. Trip includes Transportation and admission. Wednesday 10/4 $40pp Depart Milford 9:00am/Depart Moultonborough NH 3:00pm (Parking at Municipal Parking Lot, Garden St.)

Mohegan Sun Bus Trip Adults 21+. We invite you to try your luck at our gambling getaway to Mohegan Sun. Motor coach transportation and a casino bonus package that includes a $15 food voucher & $10 free bet. (Casino package subject to change without notice) Saturday, 10/21 $39/person Depart Milford 8am/Depart Casino 4:30pm (Parking at Cirtronics, Rt. 13)

Bus Trips Hart’s Turkey Farm, Annalee Dolls & Pepi Herrmann Crystal Our first stop will be to Annalee Dolls. It is here where the Annalee Doll legacy began more than 80 years ago. Then we will travel to Hart’s Turkey Farm to have lunch. You will not leave here hungry. Then after lunch we will travel to Pepi Herman Crystal. Pepi Herrmann has been creating hand cut crystal masterpieces since 1974. As one of only a handful of master crystal cutters in the United States, he has devoted his career to reviving the lost art of Brilliant cut crystal. Trip includes Transportation Wednesday, 11/1 $35pp Depart Milford 8:30am Depart 3:00pm (Parking at Municipal Parking Lot, Garden St.)

New York City Annual Bus Trip Adults & Families. Join us for a day trip to the big apple! Start your holiday shopping, see a play, or go to a museum. It‘s your day to do whatever! Saturday, 11/4 $59/person Depart Milford 6am/Depart NYC 6:30pm (Parking at Cirtronics, Rt. 13)

Terrapin Glassblowing Studio Jaffrey NH & Brady’s Restaurant Peterborough NH Today we will be learning how to blown glass. The intent of the Intro Class is to give the student the experience to control and work the glass on their own as much as safely possible. This format is creating a foundation for students to be able to continue learning the art of glass. Like all difficult crafts, it takes some practice, with the added challenge of working with hot liquid glass. Then we will have lunch at Brady‘s in Peterborough. Trip Includes Transportation, Glassblowing Class Only 14 seats available! Wednesday, 3/21 $60/person Depart Milford 9:30am/Depart Peterborough 2:00pm

Foxwoods Casino Day Trip Adults 21+. We invite you to try your luck at our gambling getaway to Foxwoods Casino. Motor Coach transportation, casino bonus package which includes a FREE buffet or $10 meal coupon/$15 Bonus Slot Play. (Casino package subject to change without notice) Saturday, 3/24 $39person Depart Milford 8am/ Depart Casino 4:30pm (Parking at Cirtronics, Rt. 13)

Milford Recreation Fall/Winter Guide 2017/2018

Toddler Programs Toddler Tumbling Ages 2-5. These 4 week sessions include fun activities and exercises that will help children develop balance, encourage locomotion, learn to follow instruction and develop independence! Parent participation is required. Instructor John K. Town Hall 3rd Fl. Auditorium. Limited to 10 participants. Thursdays 10-10:30am

Res $25/NRes $30

Fall Session 1 Fall Session 2 NO DECEMBER SESSION Winter Session 1 Winter Session 2 Winter Session 3

9/7-9/28 10/5-10/26 1/4-1/25 2/1-2/22 3/8-3/29

Toddler Play Along! Toddlers & Parents. This is a great place for parents and toddlers to come play and chat. Lots of toys and open space. Perfect for these winter months. Town Hall 3rd Fl. Auditorium. Minimum of 5 Maximum of 15 Mondays 10:00-11:30 Res $15 NRes $20 Fall Session 1 Fall Session 2 Winter Session 1 Winter Session 2

10/16-11/6 11/13-12/4 1/22-2/12 3/5-3/26

Tiny Kicks & Power Kickers Youth Soccer Programs Ages 2-5. Get your children outdoors & moving! Join us for Tiny Kicks & Power Kickers, an introduction to soccer program for ages 2-5. While learning about soccer they will also improve coordination, following instructions, encourage locomotion and living a healthy and active lifestyle! Parent participation is required. Instructor John K. Min of 5 participants. Keyes Soccer Field Rain Location is Town Hall Auditorium. Tuesdays Res $30/NRes $35 Tiny Kicks: Ages 2-3, 10-10:30am Power Kickers: Ages 4-5, 1:45-2:15pm Fall Session 1 Fall Session 2 Fall Session 3

9/5-9/26 10/3-10/24 10/31-11/21

Youth Programs Safe Sitter: Babysitter Training Course Ages 11-15. This fun and exciting course teaches sitters the importance of their unique job responsibilities. Topics include accident prevention, proper play and interaction with children of all ages, problem behavior and CPR introduction! Participants will be prepared to respond effectively in an emergency situation. Prepare your child increased responsibilities and money earning potential. Great for big brothers and sisters! This is a 1-day (7 hour) intensive training course. Please pack a lunch. Safe Sitter course includes training manual and completion card. Instructor John K. Min of 6/ max of 8 Registration Deadlines 10/6 & 3/5 Saturday, 10/14 9am-4pm $75/person MPD Community Room Tuesday, 3/13 9am-4pm $75/person Town Hall Auditorium

Home Alone Safety Class Ages 8-11. Learn the basics of being safe when home alone for short periods of time. We‘ll talk about how to answer the telephone and door, internet safety, first aid techniques, accident prevention and fire protection and more will be discussed. Youth will have a better understanding of responsibility & independence. This is an interactive class. Bring a snack and water. Each student will receive a handbook. Instructor John K. Minimum of 8 students/Max of 15. Registration Deadline 10/27 Friday, 11/3 $25/person Heron Pond Cafeteria 3:30-5:30pm *Our instructor will be there for 3pm to for those who will be staying right after school.*

Kids Cooking Class Ages 8-12 This Healthy Hands on Cooking Class is an 8 hour core cooking program is our signature program that will lay a foundation of nutrition and cooking skills for years to come. Students will learn kitchen safety, proper food storage, and then make healthy snacks, breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Minimum of 5 Participants Maximum of 10 Fridays 4:30-6:30pm Res $120 NRes $125 Session 10/13-11/3 Registration Deadline 10/5 Milford Banquet Hall

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Youth Programs Teen Cooking Class Ages 13-17 This Healthy Hands on Cooking Class is an 8 hour core cooking program is our signature program that will lay a foundation of nutrition and cooking skills for years to come. Students will learn kitchen safety, proper food storage, and then make healthy snacks, breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Minimum of 5 Participants Maximum of 10 Wednesdays 4:30-6:30pm Res $120 NRes $125 Session 10/11-11/1 Registration Deadline 10/4 Milford Banquet Hall

Neil Stone's Karate Academy: Six-Week Program

Ages 4 and up NSKA is partnering with the Milford Recreation Department to offer six weeks of karate classes to the Milford community! The Academy teaches traditional Uechi-Ryu karate through modern techniques and study, blending physical self-defense education with training in bully prevention, stranger danger, and many other fields. Most importantly, our Character Development Program teaches students to live in the martial way--respectful, humble, disciplined and kind. Participants in the Program have full access to the Brookline classes and facility six days a week, from September 25 to November 4! Mail us a form, call our office, or send us an e-mail to reserve your spot!

Contact Information: (603) 672-8933, [email protected], 108 Route 13, Brookline, NH Six weeks lessons (a $250 value) with NSKA for only $100. All proceeds go to support the Milford Recreation Department.

Youth Piano Lessons Ages 7-12. Lessons for the beginner piano student! These 6 lessons will teach students the basics required to develop proper piano playing ability. You will work on reading music, proper posture and hand position, and begin to play songs. Our instructor looks to personally inspire students through music and to further encourage their commitment to learning this instrument! Parents are welcome to drop-off or stay. Instructor Elizabeth P. Milford Town Hall Auditorium. Tuesdays, Fall Session 1 9/5-10/10 Fall Session 2 10/17-11/21 Fall Session 3 11/28-1/9 (No Class 12/26) Winter Session 1 1/16-2/20 (Make up if needed3/6) Winter Session 2 3/13-4/17 Res $150 NRes $155 1/2 hour time slots, 1 child per slot. 6-6:30pm, 6:30-7pm, 7-7:30pm, 7:30-8pm

Beginner Learn to Skate Ages 4 & up. All participants must be accompanied by a parent on the ice. Equipment required: Skates, helmet (any bike/multi-sport helmet), gloves. Skating programs will last 4-5 weeks weather permitting with a makeup/bonus class held on Feb. 18.Instructor Dan Fontas, Director of Hockey for The Hockey Academy & New England Stars Youth Hockey. Shepard Park Ice Rink next to St. Joseph’s Milford Medical Center. Saturdays, 1/20-2/17 Res $25/NRes $35

8-8:30am

Learn to Play Hockey Ages 5 & up. Must have learn to skate experience. Equipment required: Skates, stick, helmet with cage, hockey gloves (other protective gear such as throat guard and shin guards highly recommended). Skating programs will last 4-5 weeks weather permitting with a makeup/bonus class on Feb. 18. Instructor Dan Fontas, Director of Hockey for The Hockey Academy & New England Stars Youth Hockey. Shepard Park Ice Rink next to St. Joseph’s Milford Medical Center. Saturdays, 1/20-2/17 8:45-9:45am Res $30/NRes $40

Adult Programs Coed Pickup Basketball Ages 18+. Dust off the Chuck Taylors and hit the court for some pickup basketball. Volunteer Coordinator Larry Tighe. Bales Gym. Limited to 20 participants. Tuesdays @ Bales Gym 6:30-9pm Fall Session 9/5-12/19 (Tentative) $25 pp. Winter/Spring Session 1/23-5/29 (Tentative) $25 pp. (Please note there is no program 2/27,3/13,4/24)

Adult Co-ed Kickball League Ages 18+. Open to all surrounding communities. Limited number of teams accepted. Mandatory coaches meeting at sign ups. Seeking a Volunteer Coordinator Registration & Mandatory Coaches Meeting Sat Sept 9th, Milford Town Hall 10-12 pm $150 per team (*doesn’t include uniforms, coaches will decide uniforms) Tentative Season: Sundays, Sept 17th-Oct 29th All games will end at 12:30pm or before no one will miss the Pats game!!!!

Milford Recreation Fall/Winter Guide 2017/2018

For the Family Archery Lessons Youth & Adult. Students will be taught how the bow functions, bow and arrow safety, and aspects of arrow flight. No equipment necessary, just bring your willingness to learn and have fun. Instructor Dana White. Outdoor location Keyes Park indoor location Bales Gym. Wednesdays

5:30-6:30pm

Res $60/NRes$65

Fall Session 1 9/20-10/11 Fall Session 2 10/18-11/8 Fall Session 3 11/15-12/13 (No class, 11/22) NO DECEMBER SESSION Winter Session 1 1/3-1/24 Winter Session 2 1/31-2/21 Winter Session 3 3/7-3/28

Co-ed Group Golf Lessons Ages 12 Over During our 6 week lessons we will be going over putting, chipping, follow through and rotation, full swing form, hand positioning, and standing correctly when approaching each shot. This class is for all skill levels and anyone 12 or older is welcome to join. Come on out this fall and enjoy working on your golf game. Price includes 6 weeks of one hour lessons 4 vouchers for mini golf 2 free range buckets, One Round of 9-hole golf at Ponemah Green (all vouchers would be for a later date) . Collared Shirts are Required Male/Female Please bring your own golf clubs Instructor Maurica Smith. Maurica Smith is a recent graduate from Webber International University, where she was a three-year member of the Women‘s Golf Team. With twelve years of golfing experience, Maurica assists with adult golf clinics and provides support at summer camps for junior golfers. Sundays, 9/10-10/15 5:00-6:00pm Res $150 NRes $155 Registration Deadline 9/4 Minimum of 6 participants Maximum of 12 participants At Ponemah Golf Course 55 Ponemah Rd, Amherst, NH 03031

For the Family Trick or Treat! All ages. Stop by and ‗Trick or Treat‘ with MRD at the Milford Oval Gazebo! The recreation department will have candy or a small toy to choose from (1 piece per child). Don‘t forget to wear your costume! Costume contest: scariest, funniest, prettiest. Prizes to winners! Limited supplies. Friday 10/27 3pm-4:30pm Milford Oval Gazebo

FREE!

Milford Recreation Presents... 3rd Annual Holiday House Decorating Competition Enter your house into our FREE competition and people will be able to go view the homes and vote on who they think the winners are. Enter your home by December 4th, 2017! Viewing will be from December 6-20, voting will close December 20th at 12:00pm. Winners will be announced December 20th! Go to www.milfordrec.com for rules and to enter your home!

Shepard Park Public Ice Skating All ages. Enjoy the winter season by gliding around on Milford‘s outdoor public skating rink. Weather dependent, closings will be posted on Facebook and www.milfordrec.com. Shepard Park.

Contra Dance All Ages. Contra Dance refers to several folk dance styles, in which couples and individuals dance in two facing lines. Come meet new friends, no partner required, easy to learn and lots of fun! Coordinator Sandy Lefleur 603-487-2480. Town Hall 3rd Floor Auditorium. Adults $7 Seniors/Students $5 12 Under Children Free Sept Friday, 9/22 @ 7:30-10:30pm Oct Friday, 10/27 @ 7:30-10:30pm Dec Friday, 12/22 @ 7:30-10:30pm Jan Friday, 1/26 @ 7:30-10:30pm (Tentative) Feb Friday 2/23 @ 7:30- 10:30pm (Tentative)

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Milford Recreation Ski Program (formerly known as Heron Pond Ski Program)

The Milford Recreation Ski Program will be held at Crotched Mountain. Beginners as well as seasoned skiers and snowboarders are welcome to join us for 5 fun filled weeks. Children in grades 2-5 are welcome to participate in skiing or snowboarding. First graders are welcome to attend if accompanied by a parent. Participants are responsible for their own transportation.

Ski and snowboard program will be held on Thursdays, January 4, 2018 through February 1, 2018. Make-up class (if needed) will be February 8, 2018.

Parent Info/Equipment Fitting Night

3:45 pm—approximate arrival time. Participants will gear up and have the opportunity for some free skiing/snowboarding.

Important informational meeting providing a great opportunity to hand in liability forms and have all the questions you may have answered. This will also be the time for those individuals renting from Crotched Mountain to be fitted for their equipment.

5:00 pm—1 hour lesson (optional/additional cost) 6:00 pm—Dismissal At 6pm, all participants must be met by a parent (or other adult designated in advance).

December 12, 2017; 6-7pm Town Hall—3rd floor Banquet Hall

If you are unable to attend this meeting, you must stop by the Recreation Department to complete paperwork and visit Crotched Mountain to get fitted prior to December 29th.

LIFT CARD/SEASON PASS OPTIONS

Student Lift Pass - $119.00 (Includes Youth Explorer pass after Feb. 20) Crotched Only-Youth Season Pass - $349.00 Explorer Youth Peak Pass - $399

ADD-ON PRODUCTS

Lesson Program Add-On - $60.00 Lesson and Rental Program Add-On - $100.00 5 Session Equipment Rental Package -$50.00 Seasonal Performance Equipment Lease Add On - $99.00 Helmet Rental - $30.00 Products available for purchase in Aug 2017.

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Milford Recreation Fall/Winter Guide 2017/2018

Senior Programs Coffee Connections 10:00-11:30am Banquet Hall in Town Hall 3rd Floor 2nd Wednesday of the Month 

Sept. 13th: Help MIT with Pumpkin Festival

Join us in assisting the Milford Improvement Team with setting up and preparing for the 2017 Milford Pumpkin Festival! Also, we will have supplies available to write letters to our troops. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.  October 11th: Coffee with a Cop

Milford Police Coffee with a Cop brings police officers and the community members they serve together over coffee–to discuss issues and learn more about each other. Snacks and beverages will be provided.

November 8th: Decoration for Holiday Luncheon

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It‘s time to bring in the Holiday season once again! Help make decorations to beautify our Banquet Hall for the Holiday Luncheon in December. We will also be decorating a wreath as a donation for the Wadleigh Library: Wreaths Around Wadleigh! Music, snacks, and refreshments will be provided. 

December 13th: Senior Holiday Luncheon

Enjoy the spirit of the holidays – join us for a catered full-course turkey dinner. Games, laughter, great merriment and raffle prizes!

Kids Vacation Programs February Vacation Fun-Days! Auditorium in Town Hall Thursday, 3/1: Wildlife Encounters Wildlife Encounters will be coming to Milford Recreation Department. You will have an opportunity to meet the ―Faces of Nature‖ through a dynamic and interactive animal presentation. This program has ―Hands on‖ potential with some of the smaller, interactive, animals. Thursday, 3/1 10-11am Location Town Hall Auditorium $5pp, “crawlers” and infants FREE.

Summer Job Fair Monday March 12, 2018 3-5 PM Milford Town Hall Auditorium 1 Union Square, Milford, NH What are you doing this summer? Milford Recreation Department and the Souhegan Valley Chamber of Commerce are hosting a seasonal/summer job fair. You will have the opportunity to meet with local employers from a variety of sectors looking to hire for 2018 summer employment. Free Admission Lots of Jobs available Bring plenty of resumes

Community Events

12-2pm $13 per person. Please RSVP by December 7th 249-0625. Please bring a non-perishable food item for SHARE.

Santa on the Oval

 March 14th: Community Service Project: Easter Eggs

Milford Lions Club will be providing FREE hot cocoa and cookies and a mailman will be present to collect letters for Santa!

Welcome back! ….It‘s that time of year again and we need your help to fill the Easter eggs for our Annual Milford Easter Egg Hunt! Snacks and refreshments will be provided.

BRUNCH BINGO Every 4th Wednesday (Mar-Dec) 12:00pm-2:00pm 3rd floor Banquet Hall, Milford Town Hall Bring a brown bagged lunch and play B-I-N-G-O! $1 for 2 Bingo cards, product prizes for winners of each game

Sunday December 2nd Bad weather December 9th

12-2PM 12-2PM

Registration for ALL Fall/Winter programming opens on Monday August 1st!!! Go to www.milfordrec.com to register!