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City of Portsmouth NHRecreationPortsmouth NH Senior Activity CenterPortsmouthRecreationwww.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationTodd HenleyRecreation Directortahenley@cityofportsmouth.com603.610.8897Brinn SullivanAssistant Recreation Directorbsullivan@cityofportsmouth.com603.610.8879Tim BaileySpinnaker Point Supervisortpbailey@cityofportsmouth.com603.766.1484Lexy van BinsbergenIndoor Pool Supervisoravanbinsbergen@cityofportsmouth.com603.427.1546Jamie SchaafConnie Bean Supervisorjeschaaf@cityofportsmouth.com603.427.1548Nicole FinitsisSenior Center Supervisornmfinitsis@cityofportsmouth.com603.610.4433Connor MullinAfterschool Program Supervisorcpmullin@cityofportsmouth.com603.427.9011Bridget CromptonOffice Managerbmcrompton@cityofportsmouth.com603.610.7277Recreation BoardRichard Duddy, Chair; Rich Blalock, Council Rep; Elizabeth Barrett, School Board Rep;Jackie Cali-Pitts, Amy-Mae Court, Lauren Krans, Kathryn Lynch, Kory Sirmaian Main Office: Community Campus, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth, NH | 603.427.1547 RECREATION STAFF & POINTS OF CONTACT

Portsmouth Recreation Program Financial Assistance - A Key Collective ProgramPortsmouth Recreation is proud to participate in the #areuin? program. By signing up for the #areuin?card program, your student will have access to free or reduced pricing for programs run by theRecreation Department. No need to ask for help each time you want to participate. We note the discounton your account, and it will be automatically applied when you register. Visit www.areuincard.org to apply.Portsmouth Recreation Refund PolicyIf Portsmouth Recreation is forced to cancel a program, a full refund will be issued by check by the Cityof Portsmouth. Refund requests must be submitted in writing (email ok), and will be granted up until twoweeks before the start of the program. Refunds are issued in the form of a check and usually take two tothree weeks to process. If a request is made within the two weeks prior to the start of the program,refunds will only be given for medical reasons or if the Recreation Department is able to fill the spot withanother participant. A pro-rated refund may be given if the participant has attended any sessions. Room & Field Rental InformationHost your next meeting, conference, birthday party or special event at a Recreation facility. We havespace for every size function and price. We also reserve various fields throughout the city, includingour new turf field. Rental information, pricing, and facility request form can be found atwww.cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/rental-informationAfterschool Bus Service to the Community CampusThe Recreation Department is working with the Portsmouth School Department to provide bus servicefrom Portsmouth's three elementary schools to the Community Campus for our afterschool programs. Look for the symbol next to programs that have bus service provided!RECREATION POLICIES & INFOF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 3Main Office: Community Campus, 100 Campus Dr., Portsmouth, NH 03801 | 603.427.1547

Department Main Offices | Community Organizations | Programs | Rentals100 Campus Dr. | 603.427.1547cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/community-campusCOMMUNITY CAMPUSCOMMUNITY CAMPUSOpen Gym | Rec Basketball | Youth Center155 Parrott Ave. | 603.427.1548cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/connie-beanSENIOR ACTIVITY CENTERSENIOR ACTIVITY CENTERSenior Programs | Drop-in Lounge | Room Rentals125 Cottage St. | 603.610.4433cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/seniorSPINNAKER POINTSPINNAKER POINTGym memberships | Fitness Classes | Pool & Hot Tub30 Spinnaker Way | 603.766.1483cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/spinnaker-pointAdult Recreation CenterINDOOR POOLINDOOR POOL Swim Lessons | Fitness Classes | Memberships48 Andrew Jarvis Dr. | 603.427.1546cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/indoorATHLETIC FIELD COMPLEXATHLETIC FIELD COMPLEX Recreation Programs | Special Events | Field Rentals80 Campus Dr. cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/athletic-field-complexF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 4CONNIE BEAN CENTERCONNIE BEAN CENTER Youth Recreation CenterSOUTH MILL PONDSOUTH MILL PONDRECREATION COMPLEXRECREATION COMPLEXPickleball, Tennis & Basketball Courts | Playground | Dog ParkJunkins Avenuecityofportsmouth.com/recreation/south-mill-pond-recreation-complex PORTSMOUTH SKATEPARKPORTSMOUTH SKATEPARK Concrete elements including bowl | Open Year-round979 Greenland Rd. (Route 33)cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/skate-park

Mad Science: Crazy Chem WorksMake gooey slime, experiment with different reactions, and learn to use the tools that chemists use. After each class, participants take home an educational toy. 3:00-4:00pmGrades 3-5: Tuesdays, October 1 - November 26 (no class November 5)Grades K-2: Thursdays, October 3 - November 21Location: Community Campus. Residents $155 | Nonresidents $165Snapology - Grades K - 5Monster Mania: Grades K-5 Mondays, September 30 - October 28. 3:00-4:15pm. $89How the Grinch Stole Bricks: Grades K-5 Mondays, November 25 - December 16. 3:00-4:15pm. $69Location: Community Campus.Afterschool Art Club: Exploring - Grades 1-2Explore and make new artistic discoveries with a variety of art materials and processes. Session One: Tuesdays, October 1 - November 12 (No class November 5). 3:00–4:30pmSession Two: Tuesdays, January 7 - February 11. 3:00–4:30pmLocation: Community Campus. Residents $160 | Nonresidents $170 Afterschool Art Club: Art Workshop - Grades 3-5Learn about the elements of art and principles of design while integrating that into art making. Session One: Thursdays, October 3 - November 7. 3:00 – 4:30pmSession Two: Thursdays, January 9 - February 20. 3:00 – 4:30pmLocation: Community Campus. Residents $160 | Nonresidents $170 Kids Test Kitchen - Grades K-5This interactive and experiential class inspires kids to learn more about the food they eat and how it’s prepared. There’ll be a different dish each week and everyone will play a role.Session One: Fridays, October 11 - December 6 (No class November 29). 3:00 – 4:30pmSession Two: Fridays, January 3 - February 21. 3:00 – 4:30pmLocation: Community Campus. Residents $235 | Nonresidents $245Forest Kids Wild WednesdaysNature-based forest experience. Instructor, Sarah Brown.Wednesdays, October 2 - November 20, 3:00 - 5:30pm Location: Outside at Community Campus. Price TBA. New! Early Release Explorers - Grades K-5Exciting afternoon adventures! Explorers will start at the Community Campus for lunch, free play,and then attend a different field trip every month. 12:00 - 5:00pm. Wednesday, October 30Wednesday, December 4 - Attending the Frozen performance at The Music HallFriday, December 20Wednesday, January 8, 2025Wednesday, February 12, 2025Location: Community Campus. Residents $50 | Nonresidents $60 per day (Frozen trip has a different fee: Residents $75 | Nonresidents $85) Lawn Game Club - Grades 6-8Calling all Middle School Students! Play your favorite lawn games including Corn Hole, Disc Golf,Frisbee, Kan Jam, and more! Tuesdays and Thursdays, October 1 - 31. 3:15-4:00pm Location: Portsmouth Middle School. Free. No preregistration required. PodCast Club - Grades 6-8Learn to design and produce a podcast. Students will pick a topic and the group will work togetherto produce a podcast to be shared with the community. Sign ups through the middle school.Mondays, September 30 - November 4. 3:15-4:30pm (No class Mon, Oct 14)Location: Connie Bean Center. Free for PMS studentsFor complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationAFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITIESAFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITIESF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 5

PORTSMOUTH REC BASKETBALLPRE-K and K (co-ed) Skills & Drills Saturdays; December 7 - January 25 (No basketball during school’s winter break)Pre-K: 8:00-8:45amK: 8:45-9:30am Location: Connie Bean Center. Residents $45 | Nonresidents $65 Youth Girls & Boys Divisions December 7 - February 8 (No basketball during school’s winter break)Boys Grades 1 & 2: Practices Mondays, Games SaturdaysGirls Grades 1 & 2: Practices Tuesdays, Games SaturdaysBoys Grades 3 & 4: Practices Wednesdays, Games SaturdaysGirls Grades 3 & 4: Practices Tuesdays or Thursdays, Games SaturdaysLocation: Practices at Community Campus, Games at Connie Bean. Residents $50 | Nonresidents $70 Teen Girls & Boys DivisionsDecember 10 - February 13, with playoffs to follow. (No basketball during school’s winter break). Teamplacement “try out” dates announced after registration ends. Volunteer coaches needed.Boys Grades 7 & 8: Practice Saturday, Game WednesdayGirls Grades 7 & 8: Practice Saturday, Game WednesdayBoys Grades 9 & 10: Game ThursdayBoys Grades 11 & 12: Game ThursdayGirls Grades 9 - 12: Game TuesdayLocation: Practices at Community Campus, games at Connie Bean. Residents $55 | Nonresidents $75 Portsmouth Recreation Kids YogaYoga designed for kiddos to learn and connect with their breath. Sometimes the world feels too big,we will learn poses to be calm, clear-eyed and ready to practice kindness. Bring water bottle.Grades K-2: Tuesdays, October 1 - October 22 from 5:15-6:00pmGrades 3-5: Thursdays, October 3 - October 24 from 5:15-6:00pmLocation: Indoors at Community Campus . Residents $20 | Nonresidents $25 USTA Tennis In The ParksLed by a USTA coach, Tennis in the Parks focuses the skills to serve, rally and play - so it’s perfect forbeginners and first-time players. Focus on FUN and learning the basics through play. All playersreceive an age-appropriate racquet and ball.Saturdays, September 7 - October 12Grades 1-2: 9:00-10:00amGrades 3-5: 10:00-11:00amGrades 6-8: 11:00am-12:00pmLocation: Portsmouth High School Tennis Courts. Residents $65 | Nonresidents $70 Intro to Skateboarding - Grades K-2First Push Syndicate's "Get On Board" is an introduction to skateboarding program. Skateboards,helmets and pads provided. Grades K-2. Session One: Tuesdays, October 22 & 29. 4:00pm and 5:00pm timeslots Session Two: Tuesdays, December 3 & 10. 4:00pm and 5:00pm timeslotsLocation: Community Campus Gym. Residents $10 | Nonresidents $15 Introduction to Volleyball - Grades 1-5Synergy Volleyball’s introduction to the fundamentals of volleyball in a supportive and engagingenvironment. Whether your child is new to the sport or has some prior experience, our goal is to helpkiddos develop their skills, build confidence, and most importantly, have fun! Wednesdays, October 2 - November 20. 3:00-4:30pm (Skipping Oct 30)Location: Community Campus Gym. Residents $125 | Nonresidents $135 YOUTH PROGRAMS: SPORTSYOUTH PROGRAMS: SPORTSFor complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 6

SessionDatesResident RegistrationNonresident RegistrationFall 1September 23 - November 3Tuesday, September 3Monday, September 16FallSaturdaysOctober 19 - December 7Tuesday, September 3Monday, September 16Fall 2November 4 - December 8Tuesday, October 15Monday, October 28WinterJanuary 6 – February 16Tuesday, December 17Monday, December 30 Making the Team: A Co-Ed Pre-Season Basketball ClinicMaking the team requires more than just skill; it requires focus, respect, and hustle. Led by Rec staffalongside local basketball instructors and coaches. Grades 7-12.Friday, November 8. 6:00-7:30pmLocation: Connie Bean Gym. Residents $10 | Nonresidents $15 Middle School 3 vs 3 Holiday Basketball TournamentBoys and girls in grades 6 – 8 will create their own teams of 3 players and play in a one-daytournament. Two divisions, boys and girls, round robin format..Saturday, December 28. 9:00am start (Times may vary based on bracket)Location: Connie Bean Gym. Residents $25 | Nonresidents $30 Portsmouth Travel Basketball ClinicTwo-day clinic to brush up on your basketball skills as well as learn new tips (and have fun). Led byCoach Duane Knepshield (Coach Fuzz). Co-Ed program.Two Days: Monday, December 30 & Tuesday, December 31Grades 1-2. 9:00-10:15am Grades 3-4. 10:30am-11:45amLocation: Connie Bean Gym. Residents $20 | Nonresidents $25F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 7YOUTH PROGRAMS: SPORTSYOUTH PROGRAMS: SPORTSFor complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationAmerican Red Cross Swim LessonsPortsmouth Indoor Pool is proud to be a Gold Level Learn-to-Swim Provider with the American RedCross. The pool offers lessons for infants through teens. Swim lesson registration starts at 9:00am onthe days listed below.American Red Cross Babysitter Training with Pediatric First Aid/CPRAmerican Red Cross Babysitter Training program is designed to provide youth who are planning tobabysit with the knowledge & skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children andinfants. Participants will learn leadership skills and basic childcare, tips to develop a babysittingbusiness, how to keep themselves and others safe, and hints to help children behave. This classincludes Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification. Attendance at all classes is required. Ages 11-15. October 12 & 13, 8:00am-2:00pmLocation: Community Campus. Residents $50 | Nonresident $60. All Supplies Provided. Fencing - Ages 6-14Learn the Olympic sport of fencing! Fencers will learn mobility, fencing footwork, bladework, andcompetitive tactics. Safety and sport equipment provided. Participants must wear athletic shoes.Ages: 6-9: 5:00-6:00pm | Ages 10-14: 6:00-7:00pmFall Session: Fridays, October 18 - November 22Winter Session: Fridays, January 10 - February 14Location: Community Campus. $150 Resident | $175 Nonresident

No-School-Day Camp - Grades K-5Spend the day off from school having fun with The Rec! Sports & games, arts & crafts, or outdooradventures. There will be a different field trip each day. Friday, October 4, 2024, 9:00am-5:00pmThursday, January 23, 2025, 9:00am-5:00pmLocation: Community Campus. $70 Residents | $80 nonresidents (per day)Funstuff February Vacation Camp - Grades K-5Fun-filled week of activities and field trips for grades K-5. 8:00am-5:00pm. February Vacation: Monday-Friday, February 24 - 28.Location: Connie Bean. $225 per resident | $250 nonresidentYOUTH PROGRAMSYOUTH PROGRAMSBIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGESBIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGESBirthday Party Packages at Community CampusBirthday Party Packages at Community CampusGymGym: 4-hours for $250. Includes use of tables, chairs, basketballs. Set: 4-hours for $250. Includes use of tables, chairs, basketballs. Setup/breakdown time included in the rental fee.up/breakdown time included in the rental fee. Indoor Playroom & CafeIndoor Playroom & Cafe: 4-hours $200. For infants, toddlers, preschool ages.: 4-hours $200. For infants, toddlers, preschool ages.Includes use of play mats and Tumble Time equipment.Includes use of play mats and Tumble Time equipment. Party reservations start by completing Rec facility request form online. No Sunday rentalsParty reservations start by completing Rec facility request form online. No Sunday rentalsavailable. All reservations are on a first come first served basis and based on availability.available. All reservations are on a first come first served basis and based on availability.F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 8For complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationToddler Tumble TimeDrop in play time for toddlers and their adult to run around. Mats provided. Starting November 2 through late spring: Saturdays 8:30-11:00amLocation: Community Campus Indoor Playroom. Free. Residents and nonresidents welcome. Open Gym at the Connie Bean CenterTime for kids or families to shoot hoops. Open to anyone in high school or younger. Open Gym at Community CampusTime for kids and adults to use the basketball court. Open to everyone.Open Swim at the Indoor PoolAll ages welcome! Great place for families and children to swim and play. (Children under 48" tallmust be accompanied in the water by an adult.) Monthly schedules for each facility posted onlineOPEN GYM | SWIM | PLAYOPEN GYM | SWIM | PLAYSummer 2025 Sign-ups Start February 3, 2025Summer 2025 Sign-ups Start February 3, 2025LOOKING AHEAD

F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 9For complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationSeacoast Table TennisWhatever you do, don't call it ping pong! Beginners, along with experienced players, welcome.Singles and doubles play, informal instruction, and good times . Bring your own equipment (we willhave a few paddles and balls to borrow), and a positive attitude. Portsmouth residents & nonresidentswelcome. Ages: 13+ unsupervised. 12 and under with parental supervision. Thursdays 5:30-9:00pm. Location: Community Campus. $5 Drop-in fee for 18+. Players 18 and under play free.Re-discover Swimming Has it been a while since you’ve been in the water? Do you want to get back into swimming? "Re-discover swimming” at the Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Receive individualized feedback on how toswim freestyle for stroke improvement and efficiency. Led by experienced and knowledgeableswimmers. Participants should be able to swim 25 meters of front crawl and be comfortable in deepwater. Drop-in class, no preregistration required. Thursdays, September 19 – December 19, 2024, from 5:30-6:30pmLocation: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Included with pool membership or $10 drop-in (No Splash Passes).Adult Learn-to-SwimOffered during each swim lesson session for adult beginners and advanced beginners ages 16+.Check the website for the Fall schedule.American Red Cross Lifeguard Training - Blended LearningEntry-level lifeguard training which provides participants the knowledge and skills to prevent,recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathingand cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS)personnel take over. Ages: 15+.Thursday, September 19, 5:00-9:00pm, Saturday, September 21, 8:00am-6:00pm, and Sunday,September 22 8:00am-6:00pm. Must attend all classes.Location: Portsmouth Indoor Pool.. Residents $350 | Nonresidents $400. Supplies included in fee.American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor (WSI) – Blended Learning Learn to teach classes in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program. Ages: 16+.Please note: Class will take place over Thanksgiving weekend. Friday, November 29, Saturday, November 30 & Sunday, December 1, 9:00am-5:00pmLocation: Portsmouth Indoor Pool. Residents $400 | Nonresidents $450 ADULT PROGRAMS - AGES 15+ADULT PROGRAMS - AGES 15+ Fencing - Ages 14 to AdultLearn the Olympic sport of fencing! Fencers will learn mobility, fencing footwork, bladework, andcompetitive tactics. Safety and sport equipment provided. Participants must wear athletic shoes.Ages: 14+: 7:00-8:00pmFall Session: Fridays, October 18 - November 22Winter Session: Fridays, January 10 - February 14Location: Community Campus. $150 Resident | $175 Nonresident

Tennis in the Parks - Adults Ages 18+Led by a USTA coach, participants will have fun and get great exercise while developing the skills toserve, rally, and play tennis. The program is perfect for first-time and beginner players, as well asreturning novice players. All players in their first session receive and keep a new tennis racket!Tuesdays, September 3 - October 8. 6:00-7:30pmLocation: Portsmouth High School Tennis Courts. Residents $75 | Nonresidents $80 USTA Adult Tennis Social LeagueIf you’re looking to play more tennis and socialize with people in your area, you’ve come to the rightplace. In our leagues, the focus is on FUN. It’s a great place to meet new people and improve yourtennis game! Thursdays, September 5 - October 17; 7:00-9:00pmLocation: South Mill Pond Tennis Courts. $75. Adult Golf LessonsCo-ed, small-group golf lessons with the pros at Pease Golf Course. Maximum of six people. Theseclasses are for beginners. Participants will need their own equipment. A great way to learn andbegin playing the game of golf!Thursdays, September 5 - 26, 5:00-6:00pm. Location: Pease Golf Course. Residents $155 | Nonresidents $165.Pickleball ClinicsLearn the basics of pickleball from people who love the sport. Small group instruction for beginners.Instructors will teach the rules & regulations and how to play the game. Please register for only oneclinic to give as many people as possible a chance to learn. Bring a water bottle and proper shoes.Racket and balls provided. Look for indoor clinics coming in January.Clinics are one day each: September 24 & 26, October 1 & 3. 11:30am-12:30pm.Location: South Mill Pond Pickleball Courts. Free.Men’s City Basketball LeagueOrganized league for players 18+ AND out of high school. Everyone who registers will be placed ona team and play at least fifteen minutes per game. Players must register before attending tryouts.Scrimmage Tryout: Monday, October 7 for all first-year players to the league to help balancethe teams. Failure to attend tryouts results in missing one game. League: Monday and Thursday nights, October 14 - January 23. Playoffs follow regular season. Location: Spinnaker Point Gymnasium. Residents $150 | Nonresidents $175 ADULT PROGRAMS - 18+ADULT PROGRAMS - 18+For complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 1 0Meal Prep: Seasonal SoupsMeal Prep: Seasonal SoupsJoin Angela, owner of Meal Prep Chef NJoin Angela, owner of Meal Prep Chef NH, to make some seasonal soups.H, to make some seasonal soups.In each small group session, you will learn the benefits of seasonal eatingIn each small group session, you will learn the benefits of seasonal eatingand help make delicious Instant Pot soups. Each participant will leave withand help make delicious Instant Pot soups. Each participant will leave witha quart of seasonal soup. We will have a few Instant Pots on sight, but wea quart of seasonal soup. We will have a few Instant Pots on sight, but weencourage you to bring your own.encourage you to bring your own.Saturday, October 12, 1:00 - 3:00pmSaturday, October 12, 1:00 - 3:00pmSaturday, January 25, 1:00 - 3:00pmSaturday, January 25, 1:00 - 3:00pmLocation: Community Campus. Residents $50 | Nonresidents $55 per clasLocation: Community Campus. Residents $50 | Nonresidents $55 per classs

F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 1 1INDOOR POOL FITNESS CLASSESAQUA-FITNESS I: Water exercise class and a total body workout. AQUA-FITNESS HIIT: HIIT (high-intensity interval training) adapted for the pool. All fitness levels.WATER POWER WORKOUT: Combination of different styles using the water as resistance.ZUMBA: Dance fitness class that incorporates popular music with dance movements, whichcreates an exciting, effective fitness program - all in shallow water! TRI-GROUP: Basic triathlon training for the beginner to experienced swimmer. Tuesdays5:30pm-6:30pm. FITNESS CLASSES AT THE POOL ARE FREE WITH MEMBERSHIP OR $10 DROP-INGREAT BAY MASTERS A coached Masters swim program for adults. Structured workout with an on-deck coach, givingadult competitive swimmers an opportunity to continue swimming. Ages 18+ Fall Session: September 9 - December 18. Residents $216 | Nonresidents $243 Winter Session: January 6 - April 1. Residents $192 | Nonresidents $216 Daily Passes -must pre-register by 4:00pm. Residents $10 | Nonresidents $11 Monthly class schedule for Indoor Pool posted onlineFor complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationADULT PROGRAMSADULT PROGRAMSSPINNAKER POINT FITNESS CLASSESBEING WELL: 60-min comprehensive workout to promote functional stability and flexibility.Preregistration required. Wednesdays 9:00-10:00am. $10. DANCE EXCERCISE: Easy to follow routines set to popular music. Mondays 5:15-6:15pm.$7 prepaid | $9 drop-in. MEDITATION & MOVEMENT: Explore various meditation and movement practices. Drop-in orpreregister. Tuesdays 5:00-5:45pm. Spinnaker Members $6 | Residents $7 | Nonresidents $8.TAI-CHI: Meditation in motion with a series of slow, graceful movements. Thursdays 10:00-11:00am. $110 for 10 weeks. THERAPUTIC QIGONG: Meditative breathing with GENTLE body movement. Sundays 12:00-1:00pm. $10 drop-in | Package of 10 classes available. YOGALATES: Blend of mat Pilates & yoga with deep stretches. Saturdays 10:00-11:00am. $10 ZUMBA: Aerobic fitness program featuring dance performed to Latin American dance music.Saturdays 9:00-10:00am. $10.Monthly schedule & class for Spinnaker Point posted onlineOPEN GYM | SWIM | PICKLEBALL | VOLLEYBALLOPEN GYM AT SPINNAKER POINTDesigned for those 18 & over to use the gym. During the Open Gym times, one court is alwaysreserved for basketball. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10. PICKLEBALL OPEN GYM AT SPINNAKER POINTThree nets are set up for rotational play. Free for members or $5 daily fee. PICKLEBALL OPEN GYM AT THE COMMUNITY CAMPUSTwo nets are set up to play. $3 daily fee. ADULT LAP SWIM AT THE INDOOR POOLDesigned for those 18 & over to swim laps. Free for members | Residents $5 | Nonresidents $10.PICK-UP VOLLEYBALL AT SPINNAKER POINTPickup time with fun, competitive games. Free to members or $5 daily fee. Monthly schedules for each facility posted online

For complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 1 2SENIOR GAME TIMESENIOR GAME TIMEMah Jongg: Enjoy a game of Mah Jongg with old and new players. Mondays, 1:00pm, AmericanMah Jong | Tuesdays, 1:00pm for Chinese Mah Jongg. FREE Scrabble: We supply the boards, you supply the words! Mondays 1:00pm. FREEMexican Train Dominos: Learn this exciting variation of traditional dominos.Wednesdays, 1:00pm. FREE Canasta: This card game is lots of fun. Beginners and drop-ins welcome. Fridays, 1:00pm. FREE Yoga Stretch: Must be able to go from standing to sitting and back up unassisted. No chairs. Allyoga levels welcome, including beginners. Mondays, 11:30am. Instructor: Diane Stradling. FREEChair Yoga: Low impact yoga performed from a chair. Tuesdays, 10:15am. Instructor: TinaTravino. FREE Alexander Technique: Learn how to use your body-mind with less effort for relief of pain.Tuesdays, 11:00am. Instructor: Anita Freeman. Suggested $5 donation.Qigong: Improve your health by integrating posture, movement, breathing and a focused intentto activate your flow of energy. Chairs are available if needed. Zoom available. Thursdays,11:00am. Jeanne DeFlorio. FREEZumba Gold: Fun dance workout to popular tunes. Saturdays 9:00am. FREE Beginner Ballroom Dancing Lessons with Seacoast Ballroom: Instructor Fred Dunn leads beginner dancers through the basics of waltz, swing, fox trot, and rumba. Fall session: Tuesdays, October 1 - November 12. (No class November 5) 2:00pm (45-min)Location: Portsmouth Senior Activity Center. $70 per personSENIOR MOVEMENTSENIOR MOVEMENTGuided Meditation: Explore more of your mind, body and spirit connection. No experiencenecessary. Mondays, 10:00am. Instructor: Jean. FREE Veterans Coffee: All Veterans are welcome to this social activity to meet other Veterans. Guestspeakers are featured each month. Coffee and treats provided. Wednesdays, 1:00pm. FREEYarn Works: Enjoy the company of other knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers and needlepointers. Thursdays 12:30-2:30pm. FREE Book Club: Come share a favorite book or learn about new ones, and pay a visit to the expandedlending library. Every other Thursday, 3:00pm. Facilitator: Larry Lariviere. FREE.Drop in Art and Coloring: We provide the canvas and paint or adult coloring books and pens.You supply the creativity. Thursdays, 12:30pm. FREESENIOR ENRICHMENTSENIOR ENRICHMENT" S e n i o r N e w s " S t a y u p t o d a t e w i t h t h e S e n i o r C e n t e r n e w s l e t t e r . A v a i l a b l e b y m a i l , o n l i n e o r a t t h e c e n t e r .

For complete details: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreation/seniorSupper Club at Community Campus CaféA tradition of a homemade supper, and companionship of friends old and new. RSVP Required.Tuesday September 17, 4:30pm seating, 5:00pm serving Tuesday October 22, 4:30pm seating, 5:00pm servingLocation: Community Campus. Residents $7 | Nonresidents $10 Senior Health and Wellness Expo at Community Campus GymResource fair with vendor tables, local activities, balance tests, health info and more. Lightrefreshments and coffee served.Thursday, September 19, 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Community Campus | FREEVeterans Breakfast & Show: Stories with our Mothers & Fathers Veterans TributeFrench toast breakfast with ceremony to honor all veterans. All who served welcome to attend.Following breakfast, songs and stories of WWII performed by award winning songwriter andguitarist, Curt Bessette, and vocalist, Jenn Kurtz. Thursday, November 14, 9:00am Breakfast followed by 11:00am Veterans Tribute ShowLocation: Senior Activity Center. FREE and open to all who served.Thanksgiving Luncheon & Craft Fair at Community CampusAnnual event that combines holiday shopping and a Thanksgiving meal. Thursday, November 21. | Craft Fair 9:30am-1:30pm | Luncheon Served 11:30am Location: Community Campus Lunch: Residents $5 | Nonresidents $7. Craft Fair is free to attend.RSVP required for the luncheon.Grandparent Gingerbread House MakingGrandparents, bring your grandkids or grand-friends of any age to craft a gingerbread housetogether – all ages welcome. Wednesday, December 4, 4:30pmLocation: Senior Activity Center. $5 per family.Wreath Making with Flower KioskDecorate your own balsam fir wreath with a large assortment of fun accessories.Tuesday, November 12. 2:00-4:00pm. Location: Senior Activity Center. Residents $70. RSVP Required.New Years Eve at Noon - Daytrip to Boston Ring in the New Year in style and countdown to “midnight” with a New Year’s Eve Premiere BrunchCruise aboard the Odyssey on the Boston Harbor. See the flyer at the Senior Activity Center for alldetails and itinerary. Residents $132 | Nonresident $142 Tuesday, December 31, leaving the Senior Activity Center at 9:00amSENIOR FITNESSSENIOR FITNESSF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 1 3FITNESS CLASSES AT SPINNAKER POINTFit Over 50: For ages 50+. Aerobic exercise to music. Wednesdays 9:00-9:45am. $7. Senior Fit by Donation: Low-impact cardio, strength, and balance. Tuesdays and Thursdays9:00-9:45am. Fee is by donation.Strength/Stretch: Work every major muscle group using dumbbells, bands or body weight,followed by a full body stretch. Mondays & Fridays 9:00-9:45am. $7 per person | $12 per coupleFITNESS CLASSES AT INDOOR POOLSenior Swim: Monday-Friday, 10:00am-11:00am. 60 & over to swim and exercise.Aqua Fitness Classes: Daily water-based classes offered at 9:00amMonthly pool schedule posted online. Subject to change. SENIOR SPECIAL EVENTSSENIOR SPECIAL EVENTS

F A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 1 4For complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationFALL FAMILY FUN FEST & HALLOWEEN 2024Haunted Trail - Two Days this year!Tuesday, October 22: 4:00-6:00pm Family Friendly Spooky Walk - No hauntsWednesday, October 23: 6:30-8:00pm Haunted Trail with extra spookinessFree for everyone. At Community Campus trail. Kids Night Out - Halloween PartyFriday, October 18 from 5:00-8:00pm at Community Campus. Kiddos come dressed in theirbest Halloween attire and will have fun playing lots of Halloween-y activities. $20 Residents | $25 Nonresident. Pre-registration required.4th Annual Fall Family Fun FestSaturday, October 26 from 11:00am-2:00pm. Free. Join us for the 4th annual Rec Fallcelebration. Everyone Welcome. Costumes encouraged. Music, games, s’mores fire pit, foodtrucks, and lots of fun for the whole family. Location: Recreation Athletic FieldsPortsmouth Trick or Treat Wednesday, October 30 from 5:00-8:00pmHalloween ParadeThursday, October 31 at 7:00pmREC SPECIAL EVENTSREC SPECIAL EVENTSPortsmouth Community PicnicSunday, September 8 | 11:00am-2:00pm at Prescott ParkResidents are encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch and blankets. Food available forpurchase as well. Enjoy live music, lawn games and more.Location: Prescott Park. Free and open to everyone. Taylor and Friends Dance Party Dance the night away to a playlist of Taylor Swift & her friends. Wear your favorite Taylor (orTravis) attire! DJ Rec will be playing your favorite songs.Friday, September 20 from 6:00-8:00pmLocation: Connie Bean Center. Pre-registration: Residents $5 per person | Nonresidents $10 At the Door: $10 per person | Nonresidents $15 (Get your tickets early! The event sold out early lasttime and no tickets were available at the door.)Kids Night Out SeriesPizza and playtime while parents get a night without the kiddos! Each month has a differenttheme. 5:00-8:00pm. Pre-registration required.Location: Community Campus. $20 residents | $25 nonresidents. Friday, October 18Friday, November 22Friday, January 10Friday, February 14First Friday Family Fun at the Indoor PoolFun, games and music in the pool. Splash away the winter blues! 3:30-5:00pm.Location: Indoor Pool. Resident: Free | Nonresident: $5. Pre-registration required.The Rec's 32nd Annual Turkey ShootKids shoot FOWL shots to try to bring home a Thanksgiving surprise. Saturday, November 23 at the Connie Bean GymGrades K-1 at 9:00am | Grades 2-3 at 10:00am | Grade 3-4 at 11:00am | Grade 5 at 12:00pmEvent is free, but we ask everyone to bring donations for our annual food drive.Friday, November 1 Friday, December 6 Friday, January 3

For complete details and to register: www.cityofportsmouth.com/recreationF A L L / W I N T E R 2 0 2 4 | P A G E 1 5Frozen at The Music Hall with Portsmouth RecJoin us for a magical field trip to see The Music Hall’s 2024 holiday show, Frozen. Wednesday, November 27 at 1:30pm - OPENING SHOW! Everyone welcome to sign up. Noschool that day so perfect for a family trip to kick off the holiday season. $70 includestransportation from Community Campus and center balcony seat. Frozen sing-a-long on the bus!Wednesday, December 4 - Children will attend as part of an Early Release Explorer program (seedetails on page 8). Wednesday, December 11 - Ages 50+ are welcome to join the senior center for an adults day atthe theatre. 1:30pm Show. Transportation from the Senior Center and get dropped off right outfront. $70 for ticket and transportation. Seats in center or right orchestra.Letters to SantaEvery year Santa asks the Rec Department to be his mail carrier. We love the responsibility! The morepersonalized your letter to Santa, the more personal his response can be. FREE!Mail letters to 100 Campus Drive, or drop off in Santa's mailbox at Campus or Connie Bean. December 1-20. Don't forget to include return address so Santa knows where to mail his reply.Portsmouth’s Illuminated Holiday Parade & Tree LightingSaturday, December 7Tree Lighting at 5:30pm in Market Square Parade steps off at 6:00pm from Islington StreetShop & Stroll post parade party. Streets stay closed until 9pm for shopping, dining and more!Be in the parade or watch along the one-mile route from Islington Street to downtown. Follow theparade’s Facebook page for the most up to date information.SPECIAL EVENTSSPECIAL EVENTSBoston BruinsSunday, November 3New York City Day TripSaturday, November 16 Boston Pops Holiday ConcertSaturday, December 14Cirque du Soleil OVOSaturday, January 11 World Champion Boston CelticsDate TBARec Family TripsGroup Rec trips on a coach bus. Let us do the driving and you have all the fun!Be My Valentine DanceSaturday, February 8, 2025 from 6:00-8:00pm. Location: Community Campus Gym$20 per family | $25 at the door. Light refreshments served. Walk the family down the red carpet to your photo shoot and then dance the night away with theDJ spinning your favorite hits. Come dressed to impress and in your dancing shoes. Tree of Love 2025Portsmouth’s annual tribute to the love we have for our community!Let’s show ourselves, each other, and our community some love as we decorate the tree inMarket Square with Valentines. Create your own or use our templates.Valentines can be dropped off or mailed to Community Campus, 100 Campus Drive, Portsmouth. Hearts available online, at the senior center or at the campus as of January 10. Deadline to submit heart is Monday, February 10. Hearts hung on the tree between February 12 and February 14.

COMING SOON!COMING SOON!Over the next year, Community Campus will undergo a project toOver the next year, Community Campus will undergo a project toimprove the facility.improve the facility. That includes an upgrade to security, ITThat includes an upgrade to security, ITinfrastructure, tenant spaces, and creating new Recreation Departmentinfrastructure, tenant spaces, and creating new Recreation Departmentprogramming space for more activities including a full-time afterschoolprogramming space for more activities including a full-time afterschoolchildcare program coming in Fall 2025.childcare program coming in Fall 2025. For more information, please visit:For more information, please visit:cityofportsmouth.com/city/community-campus-city-sitecityofportsmouth.com/city/community-campus-city-siteCOMMUNITY CAMPUSCOMMUNITY CAMPUSIn 2025, the City will break ground on an additional sports field located atIn 2025, the City will break ground on an additional sports field located at the Recreation Athletic Field Complex at Community Campus.the Recreation Athletic Field Complex at Community Campus. For more information, please visit:For more information, please visit: cityofportsmouth.com/publicworks/new-athletic-fields-projectcityofportsmouth.com/publicworks/new-athletic-fields-projectATHLETIC FIELDATHLETIC FIELDThe City of Portsmouth’s primary downtown playground and recreationThe City of Portsmouth’s primary downtown playground and recreationarea will be working on a new inclusive design plan. Resident voices willarea will be working on a new inclusive design plan. Resident voices willbe needed to give insight into the future of this playground and park.be needed to give insight into the future of this playground and park. Stay tuned for more details.Stay tuned for more details.SOUTH MILL POND PLAYGROUNDSOUTH MILL POND PLAYGROUNDCity of Portsmouth NH Recreation@PortsmouthRecreationMore Programs Added Year Round!More Programs Added Year Round!Watch the Rec's Facebook and Instagram pagesWatch the Rec's Facebook and Instagram pages for more fun programs added all the time!for more fun programs added all the time!