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Goffstown Parks & Recreation News

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All Parks and Recreation users are encouraged to visit the Parks and Recreation website @ www.goffstown.com . All Parks and Recreation news and information is available on the website.  We are making every effort to be eco-friendly.

The 33rd Annual David French Goffstown Gallop

The 33rd Goffstown Gallop is a 5.2 mile course and will take place on June 23rd at 8:30am.  Course begins and ends at the Goffstown Recreation Center on Mast Road and has both resident & non-resident divisions.  Registration forms are available www.goffstown.com, cool running, local merchants &  the Parks and Recreation Center.

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Summer Concerts

The Goffstown Lions Club and Parks and Recreation will be hosting two summer concerts with ice cream socials at both events.  The first concert will be June 23rd; 5:30pm-8:30pm at Goffstown High School softball field featuring Roxanne and the Voodoo Rockers.  The second concert will be August 18th, 5:30pm-8:30pm at Roy Park in Pinardville featuring Joint Chiefs.

2012 Summer Playground Program

The summer playground program is a fun filled 8 week program. Arts & Crafts, Outdoor Games, Quiet Games and various different activities are offered daily. In addition participants will swim everyday. Weekly special events include tye-dye day, pickleball tournaments, dodgeball tournaments and candy bar Olympics. Weekly special events will take place on Fridays with combined activities with both Barnard & Roy Parks. This program is offered Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4pm. Participants may register week by week for the sessions they choose. The Summer Playground Program is scheduled to start on June 25th and will end on August 17th. These dates are subject to change as the school calendar changes. The fee for this program is $60 per week. Scholarships are available. Visit www.goffstown.com for current registration information.  Registration will begin the week of 26th, deadline to register is 5/31/12.

Public Information Night on the Barnard / Pare’ land development

Goffstown Parks and Recreation
Public Information Night on the Barnard / Pare’ land development
Wednesday November 16, 2011 at 7:00 PM

The Town of Goffstown purchased land near the transfer station, known as the Barnard / Pare’ land in 2011.

The Board of Selectmen have met with the Department Heads to obtain their views and input.  The Parks and Recreation Commissioners have been placed in charge of heading the development / design of this land and will report to The Board of Selectmen with a facility layout by year end December 2011. This design will then enable the DPW to extract the minerals/ soils as the area is prioritized.

The Parks and Recreation Commissioners have begun the process by meeting one on one with the following groups, asking their interest/needs regarding this land; Goffstown Babe Ruth Softball, Goffstown Jr. Baseball, Goffstown Babe Ruth Baseball, Tri Town United Travel Soccer, Tri Town Soccer Recreational, Goffstown Youth Football, and Goffstown HS Athletics.

The Parks and Recreation Commission are inviting all interested parties from the public to attend an information night on Wednesday November 16, 2011, 7:00 PM at the Parks and Recreation Building. The meeting will be lead by our commission and an architect from Huntress Associates. We welcome all of the Goffstown community and hope that many will attend to provide input on this area’s design to enhance our community.

Goffstown Recreation Great Pumpkin Hunt

Great Pumpkin Hunt:  Open to all ages

The Great Pumpkin Hunt is a fun activity for Goffstown youth, 225 pumpkins are hidden around town at various locations (Barnard Park, Roy Park, Town Common, Library, Town Hall, Maple Ave, Bartlett, Glenn Lake School, MVMS and GHS, Parks and Recreation Building, Fire Station, Police Station, just to name a few).  The tagged pumpkins can then be turned in at The Parks and Recreation Booth downtown during the Pumpkin Regatta.  This year pumpkins will be hidden on Saturday, October 15th.  The Great Pumpkin Hunt will begin at 7am

Day: Saturday, October 15th Time: 7am -  Exchange your tagged pumpkin for a bag of candy between the hours of 9am - 2pm at the Parks and Recreation Booth downtown at the Pumpkin Regatta

Goffstown Parks and Recreation News for the week of 10/3/11

New Programs/Program Registrations

All Parks and Recreation users are encouraged to visit the Parks and Recreation website @ www.goffstown.com . All Parks and Recreation news and information is available on the website.  We are making every effort to be eco-friendly.

Youth Basketball:   Youth basketball player registration is now underway. Basketball is offered to boys and girls in grades 1-8.  Coed Instructional for grades 1 & 2 will play on Saturday mornings and will focus on fundamentals, fun, and the understanding of the game.  Girls Jr. & Sr. Leagues for grades 3-8 will have 1 game and 1 practice during the week.  Boys Jr. & Sr. leagues for grades 3-8 will have 1 weeknight practice and a game on Saturday. Both the Jr. & Sr. Leagues are fun yet competitive programs, all abilities are invited to participate.  Registration fee for all youth basketball programs is $20 residents & $30 non-residents. For further program information and current registration form visit www.goffstown.com

Boys High School Basketball:  This is a competitive basketball program for boys in grades 9-12 who do not currently play on a school team.  Games will take place on Sundays starting in late December.  All registration forms must be complete prior to participation in team selection.  Deadline to register is 11/30.  Registration fee is $55 residents & $65 non residents.  For further program information and current registration form visit www.goffstown.com

Girls High School Basketball:  This is a competitive basketball program for girls in grades 9-12 who do not currently play on a school team.  Players will be assigned to a team, 4 teams are needed for this league.  Games will begin in late December.  All registration forms must be complete prior to participation in team selection. Deadline to register is 11/30.  Registration fee is $55 residents & $65 non-residents. For further program information and current registration form visit www.goffstown.com.

Dance:   Professional dance instruction is offered specializing in ballet training.  Classes in ballet, pointe, tap, modern, jazz, hiphop are offered at the pre-school level as well as junior and senior intensive programs.  Classes for pre-school age children take place on Wednesdays and junior and senior intensive programs take place on Fridays.  All participants work towards the Spring Performance.  Registration has begun, call Robin at 680-1186 for fees and class schedule.   

Volleyball:  Co-ed Volleyball takes place on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7pm at Mountain View Middle School.  This is an ongoing program throughout the year and the 2011 season will begin on September 21st.  Anyone 16 or older and all skill levels are invited to attend.  No pre-registration is needed.  Session I-September 21-December 21/ Session II- January 4-April 11.  Fee: $20 resident per session/$30 non-resident per session. Registration is ongoing.

Mens Basketball:  This is a competitive basketball program for men ages 18 and older.  Practices and games will take place on Thursday evenings at Mountain View Middle School.  All participants will be assigned to a team with a schedule of games. Player registration, practice and team assignment will take place on October 6th & 20th beginning at 6:00 pm @ MVMS. Game schedule will begin on October 27th.  Player Fee: $55 residents/$65 non-residents.

Barnard Park Parking:   Parking permits for Barnard Park will be issued on a first come basis at the Parks and Recreation Building between the hours of 8:30am – 4 pm. Parking spots will be assigned on a first come basis.  All applicants must have a current drivers license & registration. Space is available on a limited basis.  Parking Fee for the 2011/2012 school year will be $50.

Mobile Mom’s Walking & Playgroup:  Mom and tots walking group at Barnard park.  Walk with your child for ½ hour and then head over to the playground for a little play time.  Program will take place on Thursday’s @ 9:30am.  This will be an ongoing program beginning September 15th.  Come on down to the park for a nice walk and a little play time.  All are invited to attend.
Senior Programs:

Tai Chi:   Tai Chi will take place on Mondays 12:45pm for beginners and 1:30pm for experienced participants. An additional Tai Chi class will be offered on Mondays at 5pm, all are invited to attend. The fee for Tai Chi is $25 for a 4 week session.  This hour long weekly class is perfect for anyone who wants a light fitness program, especially those with arthritis or who are de-conditioned. The class improves strength, flexibility and overall fitness as well as posture, balance and integration of body, mind and spirit.

Gentle Senior Fitness:   This exercise class include 60 minutes of exercise: including flexibility, aerobics and strength.  The class works on upper and lower body with an emphasis on lower body to improve strength and balance to prevent falls.  There will be four sessions per month.  Class will take place on Fridays at 10 am at the Parks and Recreation Building and is free.

Ceramics:  Come and explore your creative side in a relaxed setting with everything you need to have some creative fun.  No experience is necessary.  The cost includes all materials, instruction, paints, brushes, etc., but does not include the bisqueware chosen to work on. Bisqueware to paint/glaze will be starting at $3.00 & up and can be seasonal, themed or other. Cost is $8 per class + the cost of bisqueware. Classes will be on Tuesdays from 10am-12pm and will meet on October 11, 18 and November 1. Preregistration is required by calling 497-3003.

Rail Trail Walk:   Walks will start at the Parks and Recreation building and will vary in length depending on the needs of the group and will increase in length as the fitness capabilities improve.  Bring a friend and enjoy the foliage.  Wednesdays from 10am-11am.  This activity is free and open to all seniors.
Cribbage Games:    Bring a friend and enjoy some social time and challenge yourself to cribbage games held at the Parks and Recreation building every Thursday 9am-10:30am.  Cribbage boards supplied.                     

Ongoing Programs:

Archery: Archery lessons will be offered at the Parks and Recreation building taught by Dana White on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00pm. Lessons are taught in 4 week sessions and cost $50.  All equipment will be provided.  For more information or current sessions contact Dana White at 396-7979 or visit www.artofarchery.com

Yoga:  YOGA: Class meets at the Parks & Recreation building  on Wednesday morning, classes meet on Wednesday mornings 8:30 - 10:00 am. The class is suitable for all levels.  For more info. contact Jackie 497-8047  or jgyoga@comcast.net

For current program and registration information visit www.goffstown.com

Goffstown Parks and Recreation News for the week of 9/19/11

New Programs/Program Registrations

All Parks and Recreation users are encouraged to visit the Parks and Recreation website @ www.goffstown.com.  All Parks and Recreation news and information is available on the website.  We are making every effort to be eco-friendly.

Senior Fitness Programs:  Tai Chi & Senior Aerobics will begin the week of September 19th. Tai Chi on Mondays 12:45pm for beginners and 1:30pm for experienced participants. The fee for Tai Chi is $25 for a 4 week session. Senior Aerobics will take place Fridays at 10 am.  There is no fee for Senior Aerobics.

Senior Supper:  The 38th Annual Senior Citizen Supper will take place on Wednesday, September 28th 5pm at Stark Hall.  Tickets will be available on Monday, September 12th.  Tickets will be limited and are available on a first come basis.     Dance:   Professional dance instruction is offered specializing in ballet training.  Classes in ballet, pointe, tap, modern, jazz, hiphop are offered at the pre-school level as well as junior and senior intensive programs.  Classes for pre-school age children take place on Wednesdays and junior and senior intensive programs take place on Fridays.  All participants work towards the Spring Performance.  Registration has begun, call Robin at 680-1186 for fees and class schedule.   

Volleyball:  Co-ed Volleyball takes place on Wednesday evenings beginning at 7pm at Mountain View Middle School.  This is an ongoing program throughout the year and the 2011 season will begin on September 21st.  Anyone 16 or older and all skill levels are invited to attend.  No pre-registration is needed.  Session I-September 21-December 21/ Session II- January 4-April 11.  Fee: $20 resident per session/$30 non-resident per session. Registration is ongoing.

Mens Basketball:  This is a competitive basketball program for men ages 18 and older.  Practices and games will take place on Thursday evenings at Mountain View Middle School.  All participants will be assigned to a team with a schedule of games. Player registration, practice and team assignment will take place on October 6th & 20th beginning at 6:00 pm @ MVMS. Game schedule will begin on October 27th.  Player Fee: $55 residents/$65 non-residents.

Barnard Park Parking:   Parking permits for Barnard Park will be issued on a first come basis at the Parks and Recreation Building between the hours of 8:30am – 4 pm. Parking spots will be assigned on a first come basis.  All applicants must have a current drivers license & registration. Space is available on a limited basis.  Parking Fee for the 2011/2012 school year will be $50.

Youth Soccer:   Soccer for grades 1 & 2 program is full and grades 3 & 4 on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 3:30-4:30. This program will begin the week of September 12th. Soccer will be held at Roy Park. Registration forms will be available on August 24th at www.goffstown.com.

Growin’ Grizzlies Soccer:  This is an exciting class to introduce the basic soccer skills to children in Kindergarten. We will develop kicking, passing, fundamentals of the game as well as social interaction skills.  This class will take place on Wednesday with a morning and afternoon session, class is limited to 10 participants per session.  Registration forms will be available on August 24th  at www.goffstown.com.

Mobile Mom’s Walking & Playgroup:  Mom and tots walking group at Barnard park.  Walk with your child for ½ hour and then head over to the playground for a little play time.  Program will take place on Thursday’s @ 9:30am.  This will be an ongoing program beginning September 15th.  Come on down to the park for a nice walk and a little play time.  All are invited to attend.
Ongoing Programs:

Archery: Archery lessons will be offered at the Parks and Recreation building taught by Dana White on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00pm. Lessons are taught in 4 week sessions and cost $50.  All equipment will be provided.  For more information or current sessions contact Dana White at 396-7979 or visit www.artofarchery.com

Yoga: Class meets at the Parks & Recreation building  on Wednesday morning, classes meet on Wednesday mornings 8:30 - 10:00 am. The class is suitable for all levels.  For more info. contact Jackie 497-8047  or jgyoga@comcast.net
For current program and registration information visit www.goffstown.com

Goffstown Parks & Rec News August 29

New Programs/Program Registrations

All Parks and Recreation users are encouraged to visit the Parks and Recreation website @ www.goffstown.com . All Parks and Recreation news and information is available on the website.  We are making every effort to be eco-friendly.

Barnard Park Parking:   Parking permits for Barnard Park will be issued on a first come basis at the Parks and Recreation Building between the hours of 8:30am – 4 pm. Parking spots will be assigned on a first come basis.  All applicants must have a current drivers license & registration. Space is available on a limited basis.  Parking Fee for the 2011/2012 school year will be $50.

Youth Soccer:   Soccer for grades 1 & 2 on Mondays/Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 and grades 3 & 4 on Tuesdays/Thursdays from 3:30-4:30. This program will begin the week of September 12th. Soccer will be held at Roy Park. Registration forms will be available on August 24th at www.goffstown.com.

Growin’ Grizzlies Soccer:  This is an exciting class to introduce the basic soccer skills to children in Kindergarten. We will develop kicking, passing, fundamentals of the game as well as social interaction skills.  This class will take place on Wednesday with a morning and afternoon session, class is limited to 10 participants per session.  Registration forms will be available on August 24th  at www.goffstown.com.

Mobile Mom’s Walking & Playgroup:  Mom and tots walking group at Barnard park.  Walk with your child for ½ hour and then head over to the playground for a little play time.  Program will take place on Thursday’s @ 9:30am.  This will be an ongoing program beginning September 15th.  Come on down to the park for a nice walk and a little play time.  All are invited to attend.

Kayak Rentals:  Kayak rentals will be available through Contoocook River Canoe & Kayak Company.  They will have Saturday & Sunday rentals available behind the Parks and Recreation Building on Glenn Lake.  Look for more information to follow.  Visit www.goffstown.com for further information.

Upcoming Fall Programs:

Senior Fitness Programs:  Tai Chi & Senior Aerobics will begin the week of September 19th. Tai Chi on Mondays 12:45pm for beginners and 1:30pm for experienced participants. The fee for Tai Chi is $25 for a 4 week session. Senior Aerobics will take place Fridays at 10 am.  There is no fee for Senior Aerobics.

Ongoing Programs:

Archery: Archery lessons will be offered at the Parks and Recreation building taught by Dana White on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00pm. Lessons are taught in 4 week sessions and cost $50.  All equipment will be provided.  For more information or current sessions contact Dana White at 396-7979 or visit www.artofarchery.com

Senior Tennis:  Thursdays from 9:30am-10:30am at Barnard Park.  All are invited to come play pick-up matches. All skill levels are encouraged to participate.   This is an ongoing program.

Yoga: Class meets at the Parks & Recreation building  on Wednesday morning, classes meet on Wednesday mornings 8:30 - 10:00 am. The class is suitable for all levels.  For more info. contact Jackie 497-8047  or jgyoga@comcast.net

For current program and registration information visit www.goffstown.com

Barnard Pool, August 2011

Goffstown Parks and Rec News May 16, 2011

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New Programs/Program Registrations

All Parks and Recreation users are encouraged to visit the Parks and Recreation website @ www.goffstown.com . All Parks and Recreation news and information is available on the website.  We are making every effort to be eco-friendly.

Summer Playground:  Registration is now open for the 2011 Summer Playground Program.  This program will begin on June 27th and will run for 7 weeks.  Participants may register on a weekly basis, the program will run Monday-Thursday from 8:30am-4pm.  The fee for this program is $50 per week. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.  Activities will include outdoor games, art & crafts, swimming, quiet games and weekly special events. Registration forms and additional information is available at www.goffstown.com .  Call 497-3003 with any questions.

Swim Lessons:  Registration is now open for the 2011 Swim Lessons.  There will be two sessions: Session I/July 5-July 15 & Session II/July 18-July 29.  Swim lessons will be for two weeks-1/2 hour per day.  Lessons will be available at both Roy Park & Barnard park.  There is no fee for this program. Registration deadline is 6/22/11. Space is available on a first come basis.  Visit www.goffstown.com for current registration forms.

Golf:  2011 Golf Clinics will begin the week of July 11th for boys and girls ages 7-13.  Clinics will be 1 hour per week for 4 weeks.  Clinics will be held at Stonebridge Country Club driving range and putting area.  Clubs will be provided if needed on a limited basis.  Clinics will be taught by Jarrod Brooks & Steve French.  Registration forms and additional information is available at www.goffstown.com .  Call 497-3003 with any further questions.

32nd Annual David French Goffstown Gallop:  The Goffstown Gallop will take place on June 25th at 8:30am.  Registration forms are now available at www.goffstown.com  - Parks and Recreation, at the Parks and Recreation Building, www.coolrunning.com, the Goffstown Edge, and at the local YMCA’s.

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Goffstown Parks & Rec Hockey Tourney

3 vs. 3 Hockey Tournament:  The Tournament is open to Goffstown Residents or those attending a Goffstown School.  Games will take place school vacation week.  School age games during the day & Adults in the evening. 4 divisions: Jr. High(grades 6-8), High School (grades 9-12), Open Division(18 and over) & 30 and over. Call 497-3003 or go to www.goffstown.com for more registration info.
Coed U9 Lacrosse:  This is a new program this year and is open to boys & girls ages 7 & 8.  Basic lacrosse skills will be taught to all participants: Throwing, catching, offense & defense. Players will also participate in weekly games. Call 497-3003 or go to www.goffstown.com for more registration info.
Boys and Girls Lacrosse: 2011 registration begins this week. Teams for  U11Boys (ages 9 & 10), U11 Girls (ages 9 & 10) U13 Boys (ages 11 & 12) & U15 Boys (ages 13 & 14) t will be available.  For more information and registration information go to www.goffstown.com. Or call 497-3003.