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Sunday April 21, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:00 - 9:30AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:40 - 10:10AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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Monday April 22, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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Tuesday April 23, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Advanced Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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Wednesday April 24, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Senior Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga - Spring/Summer Session
Erin Spillane-Darcy is a Certified Chair Yoga Instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching Chair Yoga for over 2 years.
Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that’s done while seated or using the chair for balance. It is perfect for all ages , and is a great way to relax from head to toe without the stress of leaving your chair. It may help people with certain health conditions, such as arthritis, to exercise without putting pressure on joints.6 Week Session Begins Wednesday, December 6th10:30AM-11:15AM at the Thompson Community Center Room #2
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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Thursday April 25, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Explorer's Club with Mr. Nathan - Explorer's Club- Spring 2024
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Zumba - Springin' into Zumba with Melanie - Thursday Nights
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you'll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring! It is easy to do, effective and exhilarating.
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Friday April 26, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Someone Special Dance - A Spring Evening at the Carnival - Someone Special Dance 2024 - A Spring Evening at the Carnival - Additional Guests Registration
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Someone Special Dance - A Spring Evening at the Carnival - Someone Special Dance 2024 - A Spring Evening at the Carnival - Adult/Child Registration
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Sunday April 28, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:00 - 9:30AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:40 - 10:10AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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Monday April 29, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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Tuesday April 30, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Senior Craft Class with Amanda Jean - Senior Craft- April 2024 : Flower Fairies with Beads & Petals
A monthly Senior Craft project. Senior craft classes are held monthly on Tuesdays from 10:00 - 11:30am. This class is open to residents and non residents age 55 +. Crafts are usually holiday or season themed.Craft Classes are held at Thompson Public Library - Community Room .Monthly classes are offered at a reduced cost to residents and non - residents. The fee is non refundable.Thompson Residents: $8Non-Residents: $10
Note: Participants will need their own scissors and glue gun!!See Below for Craft Details!
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Advanced Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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Wednesday May 1, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Senior Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga - Spring/Summer Session
Erin Spillane-Darcy is a Certified Chair Yoga Instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching Chair Yoga for over 2 years.
Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that’s done while seated or using the chair for balance. It is perfect for all ages , and is a great way to relax from head to toe without the stress of leaving your chair. It may help people with certain health conditions, such as arthritis, to exercise without putting pressure on joints.6 Week Session Begins Wednesday, December 6th10:30AM-11:15AM at the Thompson Community Center Room #2
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Yoga - Wednesday Night Yoga : May & June 2024
This all-level Yoga class is an opportunity to restore your health from inside out through mindful movement & breathing techniques. The class provides you with tools for self-awareness, relaxation, strength, flexibility & balance. Proper alignment & modifications are key components of the class. Participants should have their own yoga mat. Instructor: Dawn Fennessy
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Thursday May 2, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Explorer's Club with Mr. Nathan - Explorer's Club- Spring 2024
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Zumba - Springin' into Zumba with Melanie - Thursday Nights
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you'll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring! It is easy to do, effective and exhilarating.
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Friday May 3, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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Saturday May 4, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Maker Fair Vendor Registration - 2024 Maker Fair Vendor Registration
Calling all Crafters, Makers, Artists and Artisans! Join us as we celebrate the Art and Artisans from the Town of Thompson and beyond. This event will feature jewellery, woodworking, food products, pottery, glass, paintings, clothing, metalwork, and much more.In 2020, the first year of this event, there were over 60 vendors and approximately 1500 shoppers. The 2021 event hosted over 80 vendors and 3000 shoppers. 2022 and 2023 both had over 90 vendors participate!You don't want to miss out on this growing event, space is limited! Registration FeesThompson Residents:$30Non Residents: $45NEW THIS YEAR: VENDOR BUNDLE All Three Thompson Recreation for a discounted rateMaker Fair on 5/4/24, Outdoor Event, 11am-4pm at Riverside Park ($30 res/$45 non-res)Thompson Community Day on 10/5/24, Outdoor Events, 11am-4pm at Riverside Park ($25 res/$40 non-res)Thompson Winter Market on 12/7/24, Indoor Event, 2pm-8pm at Louis Faucher Community Center ($25 res/$30 non-res)BUNDLE PRICE: $70 res/$95 non-resPrice will increase by $5 on March 1stNo refunds will be given after April 5thDeadline to Register is April 19thAll products for sale must be original, hand-crafted, and well executed. We will not accept commercial goods for resale, kits, or consigned goods. All goods must be designed and crafted by the person applying.To Register Online1. Create an account or log into your existing account2. Add the program to your cart3. Continue to check out to complete vendor questions and paymentPaper Registration available please email recreationdirector@thompsonct.org orcall 860-923-9440
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11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Maker Fair Vendor Registration - 2024 Thompson Rec Vendor Bundle (Maker Fair, Community Day, Winter Market)
Calling all Crafters, Makers, Artists and Artisans! Join us as we celebrate the Art and Artisans from the Town of Thompson and beyond. This event will feature jewellery, woodworking, food products, pottery, glass, paintings, clothing, metalwork, and much more.In 2020, the first year of this event, there were over 60 vendors and approximately 1500 shoppers. The 2021 event hosted over 80 vendors and 3000 shoppers. 2022 and 2023 both had over 90 vendors participate!You don't want to miss out on this growing event, space is limited! Registration FeesThompson Residents:$30Non Residents: $45NEW THIS YEAR: VENDOR BUNDLE All Three Thompson Recreation for a discounted rateMaker Fair on 5/4/24, Outdoor Event, 11am-4pm at Riverside Park ($30 res/$45 non-res)Thompson Community Day on 10/5/24, Outdoor Events, 11am-4pm at Riverside Park ($25 res/$40 non-res)Thompson Winter Market on 12/7/24, Indoor Event, 2pm-8pm at Louis Faucher Community Center ($25 res/$30 non-res)BUNDLE PRICE: $70 res/$95 non-resPrice will increase by $5 on March 1stNo refunds will be given after April 5thDeadline to Register is April 19thAll products for sale must be original, hand-crafted, and well executed. We will not accept commercial goods for resale, kits, or consigned goods. All goods must be designed and crafted by the person applying.To Register Online1. Create an account or log into your existing account2. Add the program to your cart3. Continue to check out to complete vendor questions and paymentPaper Registration available please email recreationdirector@thompsonct.org orcall 860-923-9440
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Sunday May 5, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:00 - 9:30AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:40 - 10:10AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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Monday May 6, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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"Pound Exercise"- Drumming Exercise for Strength and Balance - May & June 2024 - Pound Exercise : Mondays 6:30 -7:15 pm and Saturdays 10:30 -11:15 am
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Tuesday May 7, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Life Long Learning for Seniors - Registration Required - Life Long Learning : May 2024 - Thompson Animal Control & Pet Programs for Seniors
Life Long Learning for Seniors ! Keep your mind as active as your body! Lifelong learning can be interesting and informative. Come learn, chat, and enjoy time spent with friends ! This is a FREE Event that just requires registration. All Lectures begin at 12:30 pm at Thompson Public Library - Community Center
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Art Club with Jadyn - Art Club - Spring 2024
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4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Advanced Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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Wednesday May 8, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Senior Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga - Spring/Summer Session
Erin Spillane-Darcy is a Certified Chair Yoga Instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching Chair Yoga for over 2 years.
Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that’s done while seated or using the chair for balance. It is perfect for all ages , and is a great way to relax from head to toe without the stress of leaving your chair. It may help people with certain health conditions, such as arthritis, to exercise without putting pressure on joints.6 Week Session Begins Wednesday, December 6th10:30AM-11:15AM at the Thompson Community Center Room #2
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Yoga - Wednesday Night Yoga : May & June 2024
This all-level Yoga class is an opportunity to restore your health from inside out through mindful movement & breathing techniques. The class provides you with tools for self-awareness, relaxation, strength, flexibility & balance. Proper alignment & modifications are key components of the class. Participants should have their own yoga mat. Instructor: Dawn Fennessy
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Thursday May 9, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Explorer's Club with Mr. Nathan - Explorer's Club- Spring 2024
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Zumba - Springin' into Zumba with Melanie - Thursday Nights
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you'll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring! It is easy to do, effective and exhilarating.
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Friday May 10, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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Sunday May 12, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:00 - 9:30AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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9:40 AM - 10:10 AM
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Thompson Mini Sports - Thompson Mini Soccer 9:40 - 10:10AM
Thompson Mini Sports are developmental and age-appropriate intro-to-sports program for children ages 3 and 4. Each class uses fun, imaginative, and non-competitive games to help introduce children to the world's most popular sport. The program focuses on building individual skills, improving gross motor development, and tip-toeing into the world of organized sports.
No need to purchase a ball or cleats! The coach will provide equipment for each class! All that's needed is sneakers!
Parent or Guardian must remain on-site for duration of class
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Monday May 13, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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"Pound Exercise"- Drumming Exercise for Strength and Balance - May & June 2024 - Pound Exercise : Mondays 6:30 -7:15 pm and Saturdays 10:30 -11:15 am
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Tuesday May 14, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Art Club with Jadyn - Art Club - Spring 2024
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4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Pickleball Lessons with Thompson Recreation - Pickleball Lessons - Advanced Beginner (Tuesdays)
5-Week group lessons at Riverside Park! Week 6 is for weather make-ups or open play.
Maximum of 8 players in each lesson.
Pickleball level ratings and descriptions:Skill Level Rating Definitions Level 1.0 - Beginner
New—has minimal knowledge of the game.
Level 1.5 - Beginner
Has taken at least one beginner lesson
Learning how to serve
Developing a forehand
Fails to return easy balls frequently
Learning to play the game, scoring and some basic rules
Level 2.0 - Beginning
Has participated in novice and beginning skills practice
Moves around the court in a balanced and safe manner
Gets some serves “in”
Realizes aspects of score-keeping, rules and where to stand on the court during serve, receive of serve, and general play
Has some basic stroke skills, backhand, forehand, volley but has obvious weaknesses
Familiar with where to stand in doubles play
Level 2.5 - Beginning/Novice
Able to serve “in” more regularly
Knows the two bounce rule and demonstrates it most times
Knows where to stand on the court during serve, serve receive and general play
Is mastering keeping score
Aware of the soft game and occasionally tries to dink
Working on form for ground strokes, accuracy is variable
Makes longer lasting slow paced rallies
Sometimes lobs with forehand with varying degrees of success
Beginning to approach the non-volley zone to hit volleys
Court coverage is weak but is improving
Knows fundamental rules and can keep score
Level 3.0 - Beginning/Novice
Working to keep the serve and serve receive deep
Moves quickly towards the non-volley zone when opportunity is there
Trying to make flatter returns (where appropriate)
More aware of their partner’s position on the court and moving more as a team
Developing more power in shots
Beginning to attempt lobs and dinks with little success and doesn’t fully understand when and why they should be used
Demonstrates improved skills with all the basic shot strokes and shot placement but lacks control when trying for direction, depth or power on shots
Level 3.5 - Novice/Intermediate
Demonstrates a broad knowledge of the rules of the game
Gets high majority of serves “in”
Able to serve and return serve deep
Hits to the weak side of opponent often
Demonstrates more strategies of playing during games
Works better with partners in communicating, covering court, moving to net
With varying consistency executes: lobs, forehand/backhand ground strokes, overheads, net volleys, and sustained dinking
Starting to use drop shots in order to get to the net
Knows when to make some specific placed shots in the game
Working on mixing up soft shots with power shots to create an advantage
Hits fewer balls out of bounds or in the net
Dinks mostly in opponents' kitchen and dinks lower over the net
Able to sustain dinking in the game
Has a moderate number of unforced errors
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Wednesday May 15, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Senior Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga - Spring/Summer Session
Erin Spillane-Darcy is a Certified Chair Yoga Instructor. She has been practicing yoga for over 15 years and has been teaching Chair Yoga for over 2 years.
Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that’s done while seated or using the chair for balance. It is perfect for all ages , and is a great way to relax from head to toe without the stress of leaving your chair. It may help people with certain health conditions, such as arthritis, to exercise without putting pressure on joints.6 Week Session Begins Wednesday, December 6th10:30AM-11:15AM at the Thompson Community Center Room #2
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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Yoga - Wednesday Night Yoga : May & June 2024
This all-level Yoga class is an opportunity to restore your health from inside out through mindful movement & breathing techniques. The class provides you with tools for self-awareness, relaxation, strength, flexibility & balance. Proper alignment & modifications are key components of the class. Participants should have their own yoga mat. Instructor: Dawn Fennessy
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Thursday May 16, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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3:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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Explorer's Club with Mr. Nathan - Explorer's Club- Spring 2024
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball League - Spring Thompson Pickleball League - Individual registration (2.0-3.49)
Join Thompson's Adult Pickleball League! Thursday Nights at Riverside Park beginning May 16th!The Thompson Pickleball League is a 6-week, round-robin style format in which teams of 4 (2 men and 2 women) compete in matches against other teams each week. A match consists of 4 games, which is comprised of one women’s doubles game, one men’s doubles game, and two mixed doubles game. This team approach allows for fun and excitement with a great social aspect to the game. Register as an individual or with your own team!- Spring League starts May 16 & ends June 20- Summer League starts July 11 & ends August 15- Matches are played each Thursday between 4-6 pm (players rated 2.0-3.49) and 6-8 pm (players rated 3.50+)- Matches are played at the outdoor Pickleball courts at Riverside Park- Each match is 1 Game to 15 win by 2, with side-out scoring at 13.USAPA rulesTechnology is used to report games and keep track of league standingsMedals are awarded to the top three teams$35 entry fee ($50 for non-Thompson residents). 100% of the fee will go to Thompson Pickleball operations and court improvements
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball League - Spring Thompson Pickleball League - Team registration (2.0-3.49)
Join Thompson's Adult Pickleball League! Thursday Nights at Riverside Park beginning May 16th!The Thompson Pickleball League is a 6-week, round-robin style format in which teams of 4 (2 men and 2 women) compete in matches against other teams each week. A match consists of 4 games, which is comprised of one women’s doubles game, one men’s doubles game, and two mixed doubles game. This team approach allows for fun and excitement with a great social aspect to the game. Register as an individual or with your own team!- Spring League starts May 16 & ends June 20- Summer League starts July 11 & ends August 15- Matches are played each Thursday between 4-6 pm (players rated 2.0-3.49) and 6-8 pm (players rated 3.50+)- Matches are played at the outdoor Pickleball courts at Riverside Park- Each match is 1 Game to 15 win by 2, with side-out scoring at 13.USAPA rulesTechnology is used to report games and keep track of league standingsMedals are awarded to the top three teams$35 entry fee ($50 for non-Thompson residents). 100% of the fee will go to Thompson Pickleball operations and court improvements
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball League - Spring Thompson Pickleball League - Individual registration (3.5+)
Join Thompson's Adult Pickleball League! Thursday Nights at Riverside Park beginning May 16th!The Thompson Pickleball League is a 6-week, round-robin style format in which teams of 4 (2 men and 2 women) compete in matches against other teams each week. A match consists of 4 games, which is comprised of one women’s doubles game, one men’s doubles game, and two mixed doubles game. This team approach allows for fun and excitement with a great social aspect to the game. Register as an individual or with your own team!- Spring League starts May 16 & ends June 20- Summer League starts July 11 & ends August 15- Matches are played each Thursday between 4-6 pm (players rated 2.0-3.49) and 6-8 pm (players rated 3.50+)- Matches are played at the outdoor Pickleball courts at Riverside Park- Each match is 1 Game to 15 win by 2, with side-out scoring at 13.USAPA rulesTechnology is used to report games and keep track of league standingsMedals are awarded to the top three teams$35 entry fee ($50 for non-Thompson residents). 100% of the fee will go to Thompson Pickleball operations and court improvements
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6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Pickleball League - Spring Thompson Pickleball League - Team registration (3.5+)
Join Thompson's Adult Pickleball League! Thursday Nights at Riverside Park beginning May 16th!The Thompson Pickleball League is a 6-week, round-robin style format in which teams of 4 (2 men and 2 women) compete in matches against other teams each week. A match consists of 4 games, which is comprised of one women’s doubles game, one men’s doubles game, and two mixed doubles game. This team approach allows for fun and excitement with a great social aspect to the game. Register as an individual or with your own team!- Spring League starts May 16 & ends June 20- Summer League starts July 11 & ends August 15- Matches are played each Thursday between 4-6 pm (players rated 2.0-3.49) and 6-8 pm (players rated 3.50+)- Matches are played at the outdoor Pickleball courts at Riverside Park- Each match is 1 Game to 15 win by 2, with side-out scoring at 13.USAPA rulesTechnology is used to report games and keep track of league standingsMedals are awarded to the top three teams$35 entry fee ($50 for non-Thompson residents). 100% of the fee will go to Thompson Pickleball operations and court improvements
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7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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Zumba - Springin' into Zumba with Melanie - Thursday Nights
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the workout, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you'll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring! It is easy to do, effective and exhilarating.
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Friday May 17, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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Saturday May 18, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Thompson Pickleball Tournament (May 18 & 19) - Men's Doubles (3.5+)
Join Thompson Recreation for our 1st ever Pickleball Tournament!
Location: Riverside Park, North GrosvenordaleSaturday, May 18th 8:30AM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 3.5+1:00 PM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 2.0-3.49Sunday, May 19th8:30AM: Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49 and 3.5+)Round robin format, MAX 5 Teams per CategoryGuaranteed 4 Games!$25 Resident / $35 Non-Resident - Includes Tournament T-shirt!Register as an individual or with your partner!
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8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Thompson Pickleball Tournament (May 18 & 19) - Women's Doubles (3.5+)
Join Thompson Recreation for our 1st ever Pickleball Tournament!
Location: Riverside Park, North GrosvenordaleSaturday, May 18th 8:30AM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 3.5+1:00 PM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 2.0-3.49Sunday, May 19th8:30AM: Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49 and 3.5+)Round robin format, MAX 5 Teams per CategoryGuaranteed 4 Games!$25 Resident / $35 Non-Resident - Includes Tournament T-shirt!Register as an individual or with your partner!
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1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Thompson Pickleball Tournament (May 18 & 19) - Men's Doubles (2.0-3.49)
Join Thompson Recreation for our 1st ever Pickleball Tournament!
Location: Riverside Park, North GrosvenordaleSaturday, May 18th 8:30AM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 3.5+1:00 PM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 2.0-3.49Sunday, May 19th8:30AM: Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49 and 3.5+)Round robin format, MAX 5 Teams per CategoryGuaranteed 4 Games!$25 Resident / $35 Non-Resident - Includes Tournament T-shirt!Register as an individual or with your partner!
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1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Thompson Pickleball Tournament (May 18 & 19) - Women's Doubles (2.0-3.49)
Join Thompson Recreation for our 1st ever Pickleball Tournament!
Location: Riverside Park, North GrosvenordaleSaturday, May 18th 8:30AM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 3.5+1:00 PM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 2.0-3.49Sunday, May 19th8:30AM: Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49 and 3.5+)Round robin format, MAX 5 Teams per CategoryGuaranteed 4 Games!$25 Resident / $35 Non-Resident - Includes Tournament T-shirt!Register as an individual or with your partner!
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6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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"Pound Exercise"- Drumming Exercise for Strength and Balance - May & June 2024 - Pound Exercise : Mondays 6:30 -7:15 pm and Saturdays 10:30 -11:15 am
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Sunday May 19, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Thompson Pickleball Tournament (May 18 & 19) - Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49)
Join Thompson Recreation for our 1st ever Pickleball Tournament!
Location: Riverside Park, North GrosvenordaleSaturday, May 18th 8:30AM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 3.5+1:00 PM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 2.0-3.49Sunday, May 19th8:30AM: Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49 and 3.5+)Round robin format, MAX 5 Teams per CategoryGuaranteed 4 Games!$25 Resident / $35 Non-Resident - Includes Tournament T-shirt!Register as an individual or with your partner!
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8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Thompson Pickleball Tournament (May 18 & 19) - Mixed Doubles (3.5+)
Join Thompson Recreation for our 1st ever Pickleball Tournament!
Location: Riverside Park, North GrosvenordaleSaturday, May 18th 8:30AM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 3.5+1:00 PM: Men's & Women's Doubles for players rated 2.0-3.49Sunday, May 19th8:30AM: Mixed Doubles (2.0-3.49 and 3.5+)Round robin format, MAX 5 Teams per CategoryGuaranteed 4 Games!$25 Resident / $35 Non-Resident - Includes Tournament T-shirt!Register as an individual or with your partner!
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Monday May 20, 2024
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 12
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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Garden By the River Community Plots - Garden Plot 3 X 6
The Garden by the River project was started by a dedicated group of volunteers in 2019. With grant money from the Last Green Valley and Eastern Connecticut Association for Realtors and funds from the Economic Development Commission, the site was prepared by John Lenky and the beds made by students from Tourtellotte Memorial High School. For the 2020 season the garden was planted and maintained by volunteers with the produce going to the TEEG food pantry. For 2023, Thompson residents can register for a plot of their own. The garden has 15 raised bed plots available for rent. The season will be from April 1, 2023 - October 31, 2023. Gardeners must read and agree to the Community Garden agreement. See document below.Plots come in four sizes.4 X 4 - limited to 6 plots4 X 8 - limited to 2 plots3 X 6 - limited to 6 plots3 X 12 - limited to 1 plot
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - 2023/2024 Early Release Only - After School Program
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Full-Time (5 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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2:15 PM - 5:30 PM
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Purely Recreation Before and After School Program - After School, Part-Time (3 days/week)
*PURELY REC WILL BEGIN ON 8/30. There is NO Monthly charge for 8/30 or 8/31*Recreation and more! We mix a little learning with a lot of fun activities. The curriculum includes outside play, science fun, arts and crafts, and special events. We offer both a before school program and a after school program. Students are grouped based on age into small groups. A staff trained in CPR/First Aid is always present. Space is limited.
Payment is made by monthly sessions. You may choose 3 or 5 days per week. If you choose 3 days/week option you may select whichever days work best for your schedule.These days may be different week to week but must be selected at the beginning of the monthly session. New registrations will be accepted on a rolling basis if space is available. Monthly rate will be prorated for days missed. Once enrolled, your child will continue to be enrolled in the next month unless payments are not made by the deadline at which point the space will become available to those on the wait list. Full payment is due at the time of registration.Unless you arrange for a recurring payment on your account. Payments can be made by credit card, cash, or check. Invoice reminders will be sent two weeks prior to the start of the next month. Payments are not accepted at the program site and must be made online or at the Recreation Office for receipt purposes. Program runs for the entire school year! Beginning 8/30/23 and ending on the last day of school.
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6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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"Pound Exercise"- Drumming Exercise for Strength and Balance - May & June 2024 - Pound Exercise : Mondays 6:30 -7:15 pm and Saturdays 10:30 -11:15 am
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