From the Recreation Commission

We have started a new season and hope that you enjoy all the fun activities that we have scheduled for the fall. There are so many things to do and we hope that you enjoy them. We would love to hear from you if you have any problems or ideas.

Our telephone at the Community Center has not been working properly, so if you have called and left a message, the reason no one has called you back is because of this problem. We are sorry for the inconvenience and hope that this will be fixed shortly. Dave Priddle, Derek TenBroeck and Bill Koutrouba .

Health Fair at the Senior Center
The Pepperell Council on Aging and Board of Health are hosting our second annual Health Fair on Friday, September 28 from 1:00-3:00 pm at the Pepperell Senior Center. We will be having a raffle, educational material and free health screenings for hearing, bone density and more.

Medicare Made Clear
Join us to learn the basics of Medicare. We'll answer questions, dispel myths, and get down to the nitty-gritty of what you really NEED to know. This informative event is free to anyone who wants a general overview of Medicare programs. Baby Boomers, this is the program for you! Come on down and be entertained by Tim Barrett, enjoy great prizes, and learn invaluable information about Medicare. Mark your calendars! Tuesday, September 11, 7:00 pm. Please call ahead to reserve your spot (978) 433-0326. This event will be held at the Senior Center.

Friends of Pepperell
Friends of Pepperell Recreation has just celebrated their first anniversary. In our first year we have experienced great successes and community support. We hope the momentum keeps going!

Our upcoming events you shouldn't miss include:

• One Stop Fundraiser on September 17 (1/2 school day) - Indoor playground fun!! Anyone who goes to One Stop Fun please say that you are with Friends of Pepperell, so we can earn fundraising money from this event.
• Halloween Costume Sale and Fall Festival on Saturday, October 13 from 9 - 2 pm at the Town Field.
• Middle school early release game day on November 8 at the Community Center. Tickets will be sold at the school.
• Century 21 has planned a Holiday House Tour scheduled for December 2.
• Used bike sale in April.

   

The Friends of Pepperell Recreation's vending machine has been well received and has provided a proximate source of water, juice and soda for town field events. We're always looking for new members and hope to meet some new Pepperell residents! Sue Boswell, Friends of Pepperell Weight Watchers One of the most effective weight management solutions meets at the Community Center on Thursday nights at 5:30 pm. Weigh-in begins at 4:45 pm. Stop in to join.

The Circus is Coming
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey has extraordinary things in store for the 136th Edition of The Greatest Show On Earth! You'll have to check all realities at the door, because the 136th Edition of Ringling Bros. will take you on a journey filled with imagination, dreams come true and circus-sized spectacles. Packed full of surprises, this all-new Ringling Bros. breaks circus tradition with high-speed action, cutting-edge technology, and an interactive adventure that is sure to keep you talking for generations. This is a group rate, in order to achieve this rate, we need 20 people to sign up. There is an added dollar, as a charge the recreation department to handle processing fees.
Date: Monday, October 8, 2007, Columbus Day (no school)
Time: 11:00 am show
Location: TD Banknorth, Boston
Price: Tickets are $17.00 each, regularly $25 seats.
..........Section 4 - I do not know the exact location.
Deadline to order tickets at this price will be 9/15.

Disney on Ice - Finding Nemo
Join the ocean-size adventure of Disney On Ice presents Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo. Follow alongside Marlin and Dory on a daring search of the big blue in this whale of a tale full of laughter and fun!!
Date: Saturday, December 29
Time: 11:00 am
Show Location: TD Banknorth, Boston
Price: $25.50 each

High School Musical on Ice
Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour is the one and only live fusion of songs, dance and team-spirited fun inspired by the smash hit Disney Channel Original Movie "High School Musical" and this summer's highly anticipated "High School Musical 2."Get'cha head in the game and celebrate the sounds, the songs, the bop and the pop in this all-new ice show starring a cast of world-class skaters. Experience the Wildcat frenzy and rock the house in Disney's High School Musical: The Ice Tour!
Date: Saturday, February 16
Time: 3:00 pm Show
Location: TD Banknorth, Boston
Price: 30 tickets @ $33.50 ea and 20 tickets @ $23.50 ea

Due to increased security screening, including random metal detection of entrants, TD Banknorth Garden management strongly requests that all guests arrive one hour prior to all scheduled event times. Guests are also reminded that bags, backpacks, luggage, coolers, parcels, briefcases and like articles will be strictly prohibited from the facility.

Kenny Rogers Christmas Hits - Tsongas Arena
Kenny will be performing both his Greatest Hits such as "The Gambler", "Through The Years", "Lady" and so many more along with such Holiday Classics, "White Christmas", "Let It Snow", "Mary Did You Know" and more!! We have reserved 15 seats and please sign up by December 1!
Date: Saturday, December 16
Time: 4:00 pm
Show Location: Tsongas Arena, Lowell
Ticket Price: $64.00 & 54.00

Boston Red Sox Vs. Toronto Blue Jays
Niagara Falls Canada
September 16 - 19, 2007
(Sunday - Wednesday) 4 days 3 nights
Twin - $449.00
Triple - $439.00
Quad - $429.00
Single - $599.00
$299.00 for children under 16 sharing room with two full paying people .

Vermont Day Trip
October 13, 2007 Day Trip
Cost $99 per person
Deluxe lav-equipped motorcoach transportation. Beverages and donuts served. Two-hour scenic train ride aboard the Green Mountain Flyer. Vermont Feast included at the Putney Inn featuring Vermont Maple Glazed Ham and Roast Turkey with country stuffing. Following lunch, time for shopping and browsing at famous Basketville (or similar). Seasonal demonstration/narration at the popular Red Apple Orchard with time for shopping for some fresh produce.

	Anyone interested in hosting a Chess Game? Contact Gayle at the Recreation Commission.!

New England Patriots vs. Buffalo Bills
November 16 - 18, 2007
(Friday/Sunday) 3 Days/2 Nights
Staying in Niagara Falls
Twin - $399.00
Triple - $389.00
Quad - $379.00
Single - $469.00
Child - $299.00 sharing room with two adults

Stockbridge Christmas Tour
December 15, 2007
Cost $99 per person
Tour Includes:
Round Trip Deluxe Motorcoach, local step by step guided Tour of Main Street, Stockbridge - Normal Rockwell's charming illustrations come to life! Holiday House Tour of the Berkshire Cottages. Luncheon included at the famous Red Lion Inn, Chicken Pot Pie or Yankee Pot Roast, Always a favorite, visit Norman Rockwell Museum and enjoy the two mile drive through display of Christmas Lights at the Bright Nights at Forest Park!

New York City Trip
November 17, 2007
Your one day trip includes: Round trip deluxe motorcoach transportation and plenty of time for Christmas Shopping. Your escort can point you in the right direction for all the best shops. Early departure 6:30 AM.
Cost $54 -- Time: 6:30 AM .

Halloween Happenings (all ages)
Come and enjoy some Halloween crafting. Paint a plaster pumpkin and take your pick from a selection of other Halloween crafts.
Date: Friday, October 12
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Cost: $12.00
Instructor: Miss Lynn from Art to Gogh

Edible Fun Shop (3-5 year olds)
Yummy fun for starving artists!! Literally "make your masterpiece and eat it too" in this very creative and edible workshop. Taste the best that art has to offer. We'll make an edible color wheel (and learn about primary and secondary colors), edible mosaics, edible sand art and edible jewelry. Please come with your imagination and an empty stomach.
Date: Monday, November 5
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Cost: $10.00
Instructor: Miss Lynn from Art to Gogh

Edible Fun Shop (5 and up)
Yummy fun for starving artists!! Literally "make your masterpiece and eat it too" in this very creative and edible workshop. Taste the best that art has to offer. We'll make an edible color wheel (and learn about primary and secondary colors), edible mosaics, edible sand art and edible jewelry. Please come with your imagination and an empty stomach.
Date: Friday, November 16
Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm
Cost: $10.00
Instructor: Miss Lynn from Art to Gogh

Daddy & Me StoryArt
Bring daddy for a special story, an art project and fun & games.
Date: Sunday, November 18
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 noon
Cost: $12.00
Instructor: Miss Lynn from Art to Gogh

Christmas Crafting (all ages)
Join us for Christmas crafting. Plaster painting is lots of fun and something everyone can do! Paint and glitter two plaster ornaments (more than 20 ornaments to choose from) in this fun workshop, and make your own 3-D holiday gift card. 60 minutes. Minimum 10 people.
Date: Thursday, December 6
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Cost: $10.00
Instructor: Miss Lynn from Art to Gogh

Teddy Bear Bash (all ages)
Come and stuff a furry 8" friend with fluff, love and a heart and decorate a t-shirt. Stuff a 4" bear to be donated to a sick child at Children's hospital. After the stuffing is done, write a note to sick child and put him/her in a special decorated box.
Date: Saturday, December 15
Time: 1:00 - 2:30 pm
Cost: $20.00
Instructor: Miss Lynn from Art to Gogh
www.arttogogh.net

Twoosy Doodler with Parent
Designed for children age 20 months to 36 months, children experiment with paints, papers, glues and a variety of interesting materials and ideas in what is usually their first classroom exploration of art.
Wednesday, October 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 9:15 - 10:00 am
Eight children maximum
Cost: $60
Instructor: Miss Laura from Abrakadoodle

Circle Time
Parents join with their toddler or preschooler to listen to stories and make a craft related to the story. Each class features simple activities, appropriate for their age, that parents and children engage in together and begins to introduce educational concepts in a fun, interactive way. Children may also bring a snack and enjoy free play time. Geared toward ages 1-4.
Session I
Dates: Tuesdays: 9/11 - 10/30
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Dates: Fridays, 9/7 - 10/26
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Cost: $40 (1st child) $35 (siblings)

Session II
Dates: Tuesdays: 11/6 - 12/18
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Dates: Fridays: 11/2 - 12/21 - no class 11/23
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Cost: $40 (1st child) $35 (siblings)
Instructor: Erin TenBroeck

Wiggle Time
Designed with the active toddler in mind, this program features lots of active toddler in mind, this program features lots of activities such as dancing, singing songs, playing with balls, hula hoops, parachutes and much more. Geared toward ages 1-4. Limited to 12 children.

Session I: Wednesday, 9/5 - 10/24
Session II: Wednesday, 10/31 - 12/19
Time: 10:15 - 11:15 am
Cost: $40 per child
Instructor: Nancy Hennessey

Creative Dance (Ages 3-4)
Discover the magic of dance as you explore the different qualities of movement in relation to space, time, force, and flow. Explore moving to a variety of music, dancing with colorful props, creating yoga shapes and dancing to stories in your adventures in movement and the imagination! Dance skills and vocabulary are taught with an emphasis on self-expression, creativity, and fun! Parents are invited to attend the last class to see all that we have learned. Children should wear comfortable clothing. We dance barefoot.

Mondays, 9/10, 24, 10/1, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 19, 24
There is no dance on September 17 and November 12 due to the school schedule.
Time: 1:30-2:15 pm
Cost: $77.00 / 8 week session
Instructor: Jennifer McGowan

The Young Scientist (Ages 4-5)
Children will explore science through a story and engage in hands on experiments, we will listen to stories about slime and volcanoes. Children will create a volcano eruption in class and then make lava lamps and slime to bring home.

Date: Friday, December 14
Time: 1:00-2:05 pm
Cost: $8.00 Minimum 6 children to run class. Maximum 10.
Instructor: Larissa Fagundes

Dance Classes For Little Kids

PRESCHOOL DANCE: 45 minute class
Ages 3-4
PRESCHOOL DANCE is geared to our preschool-aged students. Students will begin to learn the fundamental movements of ballet, simple tumbling and creative movement. Ballet shoes required. 3 children minimum to run class.
Date: Tuesdays 10/2 - 12/18
Time: 1:00 - 1:45 pm
Cost: $45 per month
Instructor: Miss Whitney from Eloquence Dance Centre

FIRST STEPS: 30 minute class
Ages 2-3 with a parent
FIRST STEPS introduces toddlers and parents to dance class. Taken together, parent and child learn stretches to increase flexibility, basic dance steps, and light tumbling which will further help with increased muscle development and coordination. Ballet shoes required. 5 children minimum to run class.
Date: Tuesdays 10/2 - 12/18
Time: 1:45 - 2:15 pm
Cost: $40 per month
Instructor: Miss Whitney from Eloquence Dance Centre

Cardio Kick-n-Tone
This one hour class includes a warm-up, kickboxing combinations working both your upper and lower body, then moves into muscle toning with weights, bands and abdominal exercises for a total body workout.

Session 1 - Mondays, 9/17 - 10/1, 10/8 (no class), 10/15 - 10/29
Time: 9:30 - 10:30
Cost: $30

Session II - Monday, 11/5 - 12/17
Time: 9:30 - 11:30 Cost: $35
Instructor: Elise Mueller

Gentle Yoga
This one hour class is geared toward the beginner getting back into fitness, as well as seniors. Come join us!!

Session 1 - Mondays, 9/17 - 10/1, 10/8 (no class), 10/15 - 10/29
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am Cost: $30

Session II - Monday, 11/5 - 12/17
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am Cost: $35
Instructor: Elise Meuller.

Yoga
Come learn the centering and calming benefits of yoga. You'll learn the complete cycle of Sun Salutations, foundational warm-up and breathing exercises, and asanas or postures, which lengthen and strengthen the body. Please bring an exercise mat with you.

Session I - Tuesdays, 9/11 - 10/23
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Cost: $35
Session II - Tuesdays, 10/30 - 12/18
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Cost: $40

Session I - Wednesdays, 9/12 - 10/24
Time: 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Cost: $35 per person
Session II - 10/31 no class, 11/7 - 12/19
Time: 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Cost: $35 per person

Session 1 - Fridays: 9/7 - 10/19
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Cost: $35
Session II - Fridays: 10/26 -11/16, (11/23 no class) 11/30 -12/21
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Cost: $40 per person
Instructor: Elise Meuller

Butt and Abs
Using Yoga moves to work the core and total body.
Session 1 - Wednesdays, 9/12 - 10/24
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Cost: $35
Session II - Wednesdays, 10/31 (no class), 11/7 - 12/19
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Cost: $35 per person
Instructor Elise Meuller

Trim & Tone
This combination of cardio, strength training, spot conditioning and weights is sure to keep you looking fit. Please bring an exercise mat with you.
Date: Mondays 9:00 - 10:00 am
..........Wednesdays 7:30 - 8:30 am
..........Thursdays 9:00 - 10:00 am
Session I: 9/5 - 11/2 (no class 10/8)
Session II: 11/12 - 12/27
Cost: $40/month or $5/class
Instructor: Nancy Hennessey

Adult Volleyball
Come and play just for fun!
Date: Tuesdays, 9/25 - 11/20
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $25 per person
Location: Nissitissit Middle School.

Swimming Lessons
(We do not know if this class will go, so we really need people to commit. We still have to plan for a bus, which will increase the price.)

Pool School teaches children and adults to swim without using bubbles. I have had a very good experience with these instructors and wish to introduce swimming lessons for the children after school.

Date: Wednesdays 1/9 to 3/12 (8 sessions).
Time: 4:25 - 5:05 PM
Place: Lowell Boys and Girls Club
Cost: $130 for 1 teacher per 4 child ratio and $105 for 1 teacher per 6 child ratio.

Again, depending on how many people register will depend on the bus cost, so please respond to me by November 2 if you are interested in sending your child to pool school. In order for this to be successful, we will need volunteers to help the kids from the school to the Recreation Center and on/off the bus to change. For our first class and to see how this works, we are only going to accept children from first grade up.

Pepperell Skate Park
The Pepperell Skate Park is being built in September. Watch the progress on Town Field for updates. To make donations - www.pepperellskatepark.com

Drawing class for beginners- adult/teen
This 4 week course will cover many of the basic techniques for drawing. It can be tailored to accommodate all levels. Each week you will learn something new that will help build a strong foundation for drawing. This is a fun relaxed class for people who are ready to be creative and enjoy learning. It is also for people who want to join other creative people and work on a current project.
Dates: Tues, October 2, 9, 16, and 23
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $50.00
Instructor: Nancy Hynes
*Supplies Needed: 18 x 24 Newsprint Pad & (drawing pad of any size - optional) Drawing Pencils - hard and soft/pencil sharpener/plastic white eraser or a kneaded eraser

Rubber Stamping
Holiday Rubber Stamping
Make 1 Gift Bag, 3 Holiday Greeting Cards, 1 Holiday Gift Pouch, and 1 Holiday Gift Card Holder all with a snowman theme. Great for beginners or advanced stampers. Class includes stamp set, instructions, and supplies.
Date: Friday, October 26
Cost: $30
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Instructor: Christyann Rothmel

Children's Holiday Gifts
Work with your child to make his or her very own holiday gift. Projects include a decorated wood photo frame (complete with photo!), decorated gift bag with matching tissue paper, and holiday greeting card. Suited for ages 5 to 10. Please bring glue stick.
Date: Monday, November 12
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $15
Instructor: Christyann Rothmel

Learn to Braid Hair
Come one come all, bring your mom, doll, friend or sister and learn to braid your hair.
Date: Saturday, December 15
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 am
Cost: $10
Instructor: Donna Shah

Girls just want to have fun!!
Come join us at the Community Center for lots of fun!! You will be given an opportunity to pick out a hair style, dance, play games, watch a movie, make sundaes and look absolutely beautiful after a nice afternoon.
Date: Saturday, December 22
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Cost: $10
Instructor: Donna Shah

Charm Square Table Runner
Choose from two patterns - use up your scraps. Supplies - for each table runner - all squares are 5 inches. 24 colored charm squares, 11 cream charm squares - 1/2 yard for bias cut binding 16x48 backing and batting. Sewing machine and sewing supplies.
Date: 9/18 - one week - Cost $12.00

Stack & Cut
Supplies - 36 - 12" squares - rest of list given in class. (I purchased 18 1/3 yard pieces, you get 2 squares per cut) Sewing machine and mat board, ruler and rotary cutter.
Date: 9/25 - 10/2 & 9 - three weeks - Cost $36.00

Pumpkin Pillow
Rectangle pillow with pumpkins in a row. Just in time for the fall or a hostel gift for Thanksgiving!
Date: 10/16 - one week - $12.00
Cost: Kit $15.00 payable to instructor
All classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 9:30 pm

Tree Skirt - Choose from two
This one is square.
1 yard fabric for skirt
1 yard for lining
Scraps of cotton for appliqués
Angel - snowman - santa - reindeer
2 yards heat'n bond light
1/2 yard - 36'" wide wool or felt for tabs
4 yards jumbo rick rack
24 buttons
24" double fold bias tape
1 yard twill tape or ribbon for tie, Embroidery floss

Tree skirt with 15 fabrics
1/4 yard 5 light - 5 medium - 5 dark or 5 red - 5 green or 5 cream or Tree skirt made 3 fabrics 3 one yard pieces for both versions Backing 3 1/2 yards - ties 1/2 yard - batting 1 3/4 yard warm and natvel -- Pattern may be purchased from teacher or store.
Dates: 10/23 & 30 and 11/6, three weeks - Cost $36.00
Coming Together - Table runner and placemats - 2 weeks, This pattern works up fast. Just in time for holiday company or as a gift or two. 8 fat quarters - 1 yard binding - 2 1/2 yard backing - 1 cribsize batting - sewing machine - matt board, ruler, rotary cutter, sewing supplies.
Date: 11/13 & 20 - Cost $24.00

Gifts for giving
Santa Pillow - Made from wool felt this is a kit - bring a sewing machine needle and straight pin.
Date: 11/27 - one week - Cost $12.00
Cost: Kit $15.00 payable to instructor

Cell Phone Case
Date: 12/4 one week - Cost $12.00
Cost: Kit $15.00 payable to instructor Make two - bring your machine.

Scrappy Snowman Doorhanger
This gift can hang all winter - bring your machine.
Date: 12/11 one week - Cost $12.00
Cost: Kit $15.00 payable to instructor

All classes are held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 - 9:30 pm

After School Ski Program
Join us this winter for 6 nights of skiing and snowboarding at Wachusett Mt. The program is open to students grades 6 - 12. Busses pick up after school at Nissitissit Middle School and North Middlesex High School and return to Nissitissit. Equipment rentals and lessons are available from Wachusett Mt. All applications must be received by November 14th. Registration information available online at http://webpages.charter.net/pepperellski/
Dates: Friday, 1/4/08 - 2/8/08
Time: 2:30 pm - 9pm
Cost: To be announced
Coordinator: Jim Pantano

HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

High School students are you looking to earn volunteer hours?

Please call Gayle 978-433-7856. We are looking for volunteers to help us during the school year.

Thanks!!

Dances for Grades 6, 7, 8
Each dance features the latest hits with snacks and drinks available to purchase. Tickets must be purchased in advance at the Nissitissit Middle School during lunch prior to the dance. If you're unable to get a ticket, please put your name on the waiting list and you'll be guaranteed a ticket to the next dance. Everyone gets checked in for the night and will not be allowed to leave the building. Each dance has at least ten chaperones and a police officer on duty. If you're interested in chaperoning or have additional questions, please call 433-7856.
Dates: Sept. 28, Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Jan. 5, Feb. 9, Mar. 7, Apr. 11 (rescheduled from Apr. 4), & May 2
Time: 7:00 - 10:00 pm
Cost: $5 per ticket
DJ: Platinum Entertainment

Jump On In
Come join us for some fun at Jump on In. Jump On In is a fun, safe, supervised indoor facility featuring great interactive inflatable structures as well as a trampoline basketball game that is unlike anything you've ever seen! Again, we will need volunteers to make this event successful. Up to 60 kids, two gyms available
Date: October 5
Time: 2:00 - 3:30
Cost: TBD after I hear from the bus company.

Drama Kids
Drama club international will be starting on September 21. 5 - 8 year olds will meet at 4:00 and 9 - 12 year olds will be at 5:00. For more information call the Drama Club 1-603-880-9540

Half-day, October 31^st
We have a half-day on Halloween, and to keep with the theme of Halloween, we have a spooky class to offer. We need at least three volunteers to help walk the kids over to the Recreation Center after school, or they can be dropped off and picked up. If you need pick up from school and drop off later, please indicate on your form and if we get some volunteers. we are most certainly willing to help. If we are unable to get volunteers, this event will only occur during the time indicated, and you will be notified.

This event is for grades 1-5 and maximum of 25 children. Please register early!!

Spectacular Spooky Science
Come join this very cool and fun Halloween program! Over the past 12 years, Top Secret Science (www.TopSecretScience.com) has worked hands-on with over 300,000 children in the Boston area. The kids will explore 6-7 weird and wacky hands-on science experiments and will make and take home at least 3 different projects. The scientists are fast paced and funny, and your kids will be thoroughly entertained (they'll even learn some interesting things too). We will explore weird motions, crazy chemistry, light, electricity and more. Be prepared for lots of fun stuff. It's a wonderful 1 1/2 hours of science. Hope to see you there!!
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM, October 31st
$7 per child, grades 1-5 - 25 kids maximum

A night of family science fun
Come join top secret science for some family fun. A great night for kids and their parents, We will explore a variety of fast paced hands-on science experiments that will be sure to thrill everyone involved. You will make at least four projects to take home with you.
Date: Friday, October 26
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Cost: Parents are free, each child $7.00 - 25 kids minimum

Parent/Teacher Conference
For the Friday, November 9 Parent Teacher Conference you can drop off your child(ren) for your meeting. This is totally a drop off for a half hour time slot, no structured planning, just play. Looking for volunteers to help. Time will be forthcoming as soon as we hear what the school schedule is.
Cost: $5.00 per family for one-half hour. School aged children only.

Friday Night Playground
Kids get together with friends while parents enjoy a night out. This drop off includes pizza (or equivalent dinner) crafts, games and a movie. Everyone will get checked in, checked out and will not be allowed to leave the building.

Children feel free to wear your pajamas and bring a blanket or pillow for the movie. Parents, this is a great opportunity to do some holiday shopping! Please be sure to register by the Wednesday prior, as we will no longer be able to allow check in at the door without prior registration. We need a minimum of twenty kids to run this program.
Date: Friday, November 30 -- Time: 6:30 - 9:00 pm
Cost $8 per child.
Director: Alise Manley & Summer Playground Counselors

(ON-LINE) Video Game Making Class
Learn how to design and modify your own exciting arcade style video games. You'll learn how to control characters, objects and outcomes in your game, then increase the difficulty level and add more features. Graphics Design and Graphics Animation topics will also be covered. Learn how to design your own version of PacMan and several others. This class is appropriate for Ages 10 and older. This course is taught by Senior Instructor Rob Mayo of All About Learning, Inc. Read Rob's Bio. This course IS instructor facilitated. You should have a fast internet connection which should be faster than dial-up. If you have a DSL or Cable modem, then you should be fine. Your computer must meet the minimum system requirements as detailed at the following link: Video Game Making On-Line System Requirements. This class is 7 weeks in length. Your 7 weeks will begin when you register and pay for this class at this website.
Cost: $85

(ON-LINE) Elementary Engineering using LEGOs
This class is an on-line version of our ever popular Elementary Engineering using LEGOs as an on-site class in a classroom. This class is held on-line. Once registered for this course, you will be sent a LEGO kit with over 1,000 very advanced technic LEGO pieces. When you receive the kit in the mail, then you are ready to take the class. Yes, you keep the kit when the class is over! The class consists of engineering theory and instruction plus 6 very complex building exercises. This class if for the serious builder! Suggested for ages 8 and older.
Cost: $110
Open registration for these classes will be held October 1 until December 1.

Lego Engineering 1
This class is appropriate for the young engineer, ages 8 and older and is a prerequisite for those students who wish to enroll in Lego Engineering II or Lego Robotics I. Lessons include: simple machines, structures and forces levers, wheels and axles, gears and gear math, ratchets and drive trains, motorized systems and challenges for points!
Date: Friday's, January 4, 11, 18, 25, February 8, 15, 22
Time: 3:30 - 5:30 pm
Cost: $112
Instructor: TBA

If you are unable to pick up your child until 6:00, that will be an additional $5, but please let us know in advance.

Craft Night
Do you have too many things going on and no time for you? Well, we have set aside one night a month for you to come and relax, meet new friends and complete some of the work that you've been putting off doing. Please join us on:
Saturday, October 13, November 10, December 8
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm -- Cost: $2 donation

Halloween Pumpkin Floral Centerpiece
Parents & Children (grade 3 and up)
Pumpkins make great containers for "boo" tiful flowers. In this class we will learn how to use real pumkins, pine cones, leaves and fresh flowers to make a great floral design to put on your Halloween Table. Limit to ten people.
Date: Saturday October 27, 2007 at 11:00 AM
Cost: $48.00
This class needs to be registered by October 6.

Fall Door Decoration -
Children grade 3 and up
A lovely, New England tradition is to hang a seasonal decoration on the front door of your home. In this class we will make a bountiful wreath out of dried flowers, gourds, fruits and berries that you can take home to Mom. Limit to ten people .
Date: Thursday, November 8, 2007, 12:30pm (half-day for school)
Cost: $48.00
This class needs to be registered by October 18

Thanksgiving Cornucopia -
Adults
For your holiday table or for your hostess...The bountiful harvest is celebrated with this traditional table decoration. A wicker or twig Cornucopia (also called a Horn of Plenty) is filled to the brim, and overflowing with fresh flowers, fruits, nuts and berries. In this class you will learn how to build a floral design from the bottom up using many different materials. Limit to ten people.
Date: Saturday, November 17, 2007, 11:00 am
Cost: $48.00
This class needs to be registered by October 20


Holiday - Boxwood Tree
Adults
Once you know how to make one of these trees you will have one in your home every holiday season. These trees are made from fresh, boxwood greens and stay fresh right through the holidays. They are table top size and can be used on a side table, dining room table or even bathroom. You can decide how to decorate your tree - shiny balls, bows, glitter, pine cones, or fresh flowers. Limit to ten people.
Date: Saturday, December 15, 2007, 3:30 pm
Cost: $48.00
This class needs to be registered by November 17

Download Registration Form and Mail to:

Pepperell Receation Programs
Town Hall
1 Main St.
Pepperell MA 01463

Where are programs held?
All programs are held at the Pepperell Community Center, located on Hollis Street at the rotary, unless noted.

How do I register?
By mail - Please mail your check (payable to Town of Pepperell) and form to: Pepperell Recreation Programs One Main Street, c/o Town Hall Pepperell, MA 01463

How do I know if I'm registered?
You are enrolled in the program upon receipt of your registration form and payment. You will only be notified if the class is full or cancelled. All programs are based on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register at least one week prior to the program date, unless otherwise noted.

Inclement Weather Policy
If schools are cancelled, our daytime programs are also cancelled. For evening programs, you can check this website or call 978-433-0324 and a message will be on the machine regarding the program status.