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Stratford Recreation DepartmentWhat's New South End Community Center Closed during Renovations
The South End Community Center will be closed August 25-September 1 as a new roof and exterior painting will be completed. The office will reopen Tuesday September 2 from 10-6 pm for fall program registration. Recreation Department Office closed for Holiday
The office will be closed Monday September 1 for Labor Day. Flood Pool will be closed for cleaning August 16-September 2. Slammin Band Concert at Juliette Low Park
The Recreation Department is sponsoring the Slammin Band at Juliette Low Park on Sunday August 17 at 5:00 PM. The concert is free and is sponsored by the Community Development Grant Fund. Updated August 3, 2008 The mission of the Recreation Department is to provide quality, affordable recreational services to enable the entire community to utilize their leisure time, and to enhance the quality of life. We provide individuals with facilities and programs through which they have an opportunity for social interaction, to improve their physical conditioning, to develop new skills, and to enjoy safe, wholesome, and satisfying activities. We also establish cooperation with community and area agencies to complement, or supplement their services. Additionally, we maintain and schedule over 30 acres of Short Beach Park including a Par 3 Golf Course, softball fields, soccer field, tennis courts, playground, beach volleyball courts and picnic area.
Recreation Office Contact Information
Voice: |
(203) 385-4052 |
Fax: |
(203) 381-2072 |
Permits: |
(203) 385-4053 |
Youth Programs: |
(203) 385-4129 |
Cancellations: |
(203) 385-4129 |
| South End Community Center |
(203) 377-0689 |
Short Beach Golf Course: |
(203) 381-2070 | Recreation Office Hours
8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
Monday through Friday |
9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
Saturday – May through September |
| South End Community Center |
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| 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
Monday through Friday |
Golf Course: |
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7:00 AM to 7:30 PM |
Daily April – Sept. |
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Daily October - December |
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
weather permitting Jan. – March |
Short Beach Park: |
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6:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
daily Memorial Day – October 31 |
6:00 AM to 7:00 PM |
daily November – end of March | - Top of Page -
GENERAL INFORMATION Registration for programs must be made in advance of the first session. Program fees must accompany all registrations. All registration will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis until the maximum registration is reached. To be sure of a place in the program early registration is urged. In some cases, late registration will be accepted if space is still available; however, program fees are not pro-rated. Late registering persons must pay the full registration fee. There is a $5 non resident fee for classes which accept non residents. Programs may be cancelled for insufficient enrollment. Programs open to everyone An individual(s) with a disability are welcome to enjoy the programs offered by the Department. Anyone who needs special assistance to participate in the programs should contact the Recreation Department. OnLine Registration Participants may register for most programs by email. You must have a user id and password to use the online registration program. Please call the Recreation Office to obtain your user id and password. Scholarships & Discounts Senior Citizens Discount for those 62 and older is 25% for most programs. Scholarships are available. Just complete the application at the Recreation Department office at Short Beach. Please submit your most current income tax return form. Scholarship requests for K-4 Childcare Program must be submitted by August 27. For all other programs, forms must be received at least 4 weeks before the program. Family rates for multiple classes, and second and third child discounts are also available for most programs. Discount rates are for siblings in the same family. Cancellation Policy Recreation Department programs are no longer automatically canceled when schools are closed. A decision on programs will be made by 5:00 p.m. Listen to WICC for cancellations or call the Recreation Department 385-4129 after 4:30 p.m. - Top of Page - Refund Policy The Recreation Department will refund money only when: - The department cancels the class
- A medical excuse is obtained
- The participant has taken only the first class
- When a replacement is obtained
All other refunds will be pro rated plus a $10 administrative fee will be charged per program. Camp cancellations will be charged a $10 administrative fee per week. Cancelled Checks Checks returned for insufficient funds will be charged a $15 fee. Payment must be made within 3 days of notification by cash, money order or credit card. Job Opportunities Applications are available for employment at the Recreation office at Short Beach. Applicants must return their application to the Recreation office at 1 Dorne Drive, Stratford, CT 06615. Applicants should be Stratford residents and 18 years of age. The Department is always looking for qualified volunteers to officiate, umpire, teach swimming, or donate their expertise in any program. Registration Forms Mail to Stratford Recreation Dept., One Dorne Drive, Stratford, CT 06615. Make checks payable to the Town of Stratford. Registration for programs may be done online, and by mail except for Flood Pool swim lessons and Day Camps. - Top of Page -
South-End Community Center 2008 Winter Newsletter
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