The Watertown Recreation Department will be offering summer program offerings beginning on July 13th. Registration will begin on Tuesday July 7th at 9:00 a.m. and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Please review the following brochure for specific opportunities.
Kids Programs
Park Adventure Program
Join the Watertown Recreation Department for a half day summer
program for all Watertown children. Activities will range from arts & crafts,
sports, drama, and many other activities geared toward their interests and age.
Monday – Friday, July 13th – August 28th
Entering Grades K – 8 Fall 2020
1 Week Sessions 9:00am – 12:00pm
Fee: $100.00
Sessions: Monday – Friday
1) July 13 – July 17
2) July 20 – July 24
3) July 27 – July 31
4) August 3 – August 7
5) August 10 – August 14
6) August 17 – August 21
7) August 24 – August 28
Program Locations:
Arsenal Park Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Filippello Park Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Casey Park Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Moxley Park Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Youth Tennis
Youth tennis classes will be offered during the summer months.
Participants will be taught many tennis skills including forehand,
backhand, serving, and scoring. Students in the class will also
have the opportunity to compete in singles match play. Class
sizes will be limited per state and local guidelines.
Monday – Friday, July 13th – August 28th
Entering Grades 1 – 9 Fall 2020
45 Minute Classes
Victory Field 40 Orchard Street
Fee: $30.00
Sessions: Monday – Friday
1) July 13 – July 17
2) July 20 – July 24
3) July 27 – July 31
4) August 3 – August 7
5) August 10 – August 14
6) August 17 – August 21
7) August 24 – August 28
Class Schedule
Grades 1 & 2, 8:30am – 9:15am
Grades 3 & 4, 9:30am – 10:15am
Grades 5 & 6, 10:30am – 11:15am
Grades 7,8,9, 11:30pm – 12:15pm
Pre-K Outdoor Sports
This program will focus on fun and the fundamentals of soccer, T-Ball, and other games. The children will work on skills needed to play these games and learn about teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun, safe setting. Groups sizes will be limited per state and local guidelines.
Tuesday or Thursday, July 14th – August 27th
Entering Pre-K Fall 2020
552 Main Street Park
Fee: $35.00
Session 1) 9:00am – 10:00am
Session 2) 10:30am – 11:30am
Zoom Drawing Hours With Kim
Log onto zoom each week for a fun and relaxing drawing session with Kim Foley. All you need is paper, a pencil, and some crayons or colored pencils! Kim Foley is a 2012 graduate of Massachusetts College of Art and Design, an art teacher in Brockton, MA, and has been teaching art through the Recreation Department for over 16 years. Her fun and stress-free teaching style allows kids to find their creative voice and become more confident in their drawing skills.
Tuesdays or Wednesdays July 13th – August 21st
Entering Grades K – 8 Fall 2020
1 Hour Classes
At Home via Zoom Video Conference
Fee: $20.00
Tuesdays 1:00pm – 2:00pm Grades K – Grade 2
Tuesdays 3:00pm – 4:00pm Grades 3 – 5
Wednesdays 2:00pm – 3:00pm Middle School Students
Adult Programs
Tennis
Adult tennis classes will be held on Wednesday evenings this summer. Participants will be taught many tennis skills including forehand, backhand, serving, and scoring. Players will also have the opportunity to compete in singles match play. All participants are encouraged to bring their own tennis racquet. For those without equipment, racquets will be provided. Class sizes will be limited per state and local guidelines.
Wednesday Nights July 15th – August 26th
Adults 18+
Beginners 6 – 7pm
Intermediate 7:30 – 8:30pm
Mary Shea Courts @ Victory Field 40 Orchard Street
Fee: $125.00
Pickleball
Watertown Recreation will be offering a pickleball program! The first class will be introductory for those who are not familiar with the sport. We will go over rules, equipment, and answer any questions that you may have. In the 6 weeks following we will meet every Thursday to participate in skill
development and competitive match play. This program will consist of 4 groups of 10 participants, 2 Beginner and 2 Intermediate, and will follow state and local guidelines.
Thursday Nights July 16th – August 27th
Adults 18+
Beginners I & II 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Intermediate I & II 7:30pm – 8:30pm
Mary Shea Courts @ Victory Field 40 Orchard Street
Fee: $35.00
ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY
Begins: Tuesday, July 7th at 9:00 a.m.
• Register at: www.recreation.watertown-ma.gov
• Follow the link for “Online Registrations”
• Online registration is for Watertown residents
• See below for further registration information
All programs will operate outdoors. In the event of inclement weather, you will be notified by text/email that the program will be canceled for the day or end early.
General
• All programs are offered to Watertown residents only.
• Before registering, check that the participant meets the age/grade level qualifications.
• Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until a program fills or begins.
• Payment must be made in full prior to the start of the program (Contact Recreation Director Peter Centola if you wish to seek other arrangements)
Cancellation Policy
• If insufficient enrollment causes an activity to be canceled, participants will have their choice to accept a full credit to their Recreation account or receive a refund check that will be sent in 4-6 weeks.
Withdrawal from Program
• Participants who withdraw from a program at least 1 week prior to the start may receive a credit/refund.
• Participants who withdraw from a program less than 1 week prior to the start of the program are not eligible for a credit/refund, as program expenses (staffing, supplies, etc.) will have been incurred.
• A credit/refund may be given for medical reasons which arise at any point prior to the program start date. To be eligible for such a credit/refund, the request must be in the form of a letter to the Recreation Department. If the medical issue arises after the start of the program a prorated refund/credit may be given.
Online Registration
• Registrations will be 100% online.
• By registering online, participants will have agreed to the accompanying waiver and release forms.
• You must have a valid credit card for online registrations, payment with checks can be mailed or dropped off
• Please keep the confirmation emailed to you as your receipt.
• A processing fee of 2.95% will be charged to each online transaction, the processing fee is non-refundable.
Please contact the Recreation Department at 617-972-6494 or recreation@watertown-ma.gov for additional information. We are located in the Town Hall, Basement Floor at 149 Main St.
Visitors to Town Hall by appointment only, enter using the side door next to Saltonstall Plaza. Summer business hours: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays – 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Tuesdays – 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m., Fridays – 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
See the entire Recreation Department Summer Program brochure click here.