Program Categories
(Online registration begins at midnight on Monday following the release of the brochure.)
CES FUN FAIR Friday Night Lights [Link]Spring Plant Swap
Introduction to Environmental Stewardship Wednesday, March 24 6:00-9:00pm Town Hall, Room 1 FREE
The Colchester Wildlife Habitat Committee, Colchester Gardening Club and Colchester Land Trust join with Parks & Recreation to present this educational and interactive session on the basics of environmental stewardship. The seminar will focus on three core areas: providing leadership for sustainable communities, promoting sustainable landscapes, and fostering the next generation of stewards. The seminar has been developed by the National Recreation and Park Association.
Colchester Parks & Recreation's 10th Annual Spring Plant Swap
On Saturday June 13th from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. at the Cohen Woodlands located on McDonald Rd, Colchester Parks and Recreation will host the 10th annual Spring Plant Swap. Bring a healthy sampling of four or more of your favorite plant(s) potted up, and go home with the same amount from the gardening friends you will meet at the swap. It is a well known fact that gardeners are the most generous people in the world. Come share with us in a morning of laughter, new friendships and free plants! Swap is free. The swap goes very quickly, so don’t be late! Call for more information 537-7297.
Plant Swap Instructions: Please pot your plants at least 4 days before the Plant Swap and clearly label each plant with name of plant, sun requirements, height, bloomtime and any other helpful comments ie spreads quickly, cut back for multiple blossoms, deer resistant etc. If you have a lot of something that needs to be dug up ie hosta, spirea, please let us know when you register so we can announce the opportunity to "come and dig them up" at the swap.
Friday Night Lights Tennis Spring Kick Off Festival Friday, April 9th 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. RecPlex Tennis Courts Free Tennis Lessons, Fun Tennis Games and Activities for all ages! Inchworm Relay, Racquet Quickness Circle, Partner Ball Pass etc. NEW QUICK START NETS WILL BE USED!
CES FUN FAIR What? Colchester Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization Fun Fair When? Saturday, May 15th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (rain or shine) Where? Colchester Elementary School ~ Events will be in the cafeteria, gymnasium, CES playground and lawn. Some parking will be available at CES, JJIS, WJJMS and surrounding areas. The pathway between CES and JJIS will be open for foot traffic. If raining, most outside events will be moved inside CES. Who? The whole family! Friends too! Why? All proceeds will be used to directly benefit Colchester Elementary School students, families and staff. Note: There are fun free events to enjoy but some games and events have a minimal charge of 50 cents to $1.00 with a few exceptions and there will be raffles, vendors, crafters and food.
Come prepared to have FUN!
Touch a Truck – This famous Colchester town event is joining us. What is your favorite?
Box Maze, Bounce House, Penny Toss, Buckets of Fun, Pocket Wall, Face Painting, and Much More!
Themed Basket Raffle – Anything from BBQ to Family Fun Night. Buy a raffle ticket for your chance to win.
Bake Sale, Food Vendors, Vendor/Craft Fair
|
