Town of Groton Parks and Recreation

09/02/2026

Help your child build balance, coordination, and early motor skills! 🎶✨ Playful Steps is an inclusive, movement-based class welcoming children of all abilities (ages 9 mos–4 yrs) to play, learn, and celebrate milestones together.

When: Mondays, 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
Session 1: Sept. 14 – Nov. 9, 2026
Session 2: Nov. 16, 2026 – Jan. 4, 2027
Where: Groton Community Center (61 Fort Hill Rd, Groton, CT)
Fee: $49 Res / $69 Non-Res

👉 Register now at GrotonCT.MyRec.com or visit: https://grotonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30165

09/02/2026

Unlock practical tools for your parenting toolkit! 💡 Join Groton Parks & Recreation for a free ABA Seminar on Understanding Behavior—learn why behaviors happen and actionable strategies you can use right at home.

🗓️ Monday, Sept 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Groton Community Center
💵 Free to attend (Registration required)

👉 Register now: GrotonCT.MyRec.com or visit: https://grotonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30238

09/01/2026

Level up your riding skills this fall! 🚲🔥 Register now for Style+Flow: Pump Track Technique at the Groton Bicycle Pumptrack. Learn speed, carving, and riding etiquette in an inclusive, supportive environment.

When: Saturdays, Sept. 12 – Oct. 24 (8 Weeks)
Beginner (Ages 5–10): 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Intermediate (Ages 11–15): 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Where: 65 Depot Rd, Groton, CT
Fee: $105 Res / $125 Non-Res

👉 Register today at GrotonCT.MyRec.com or visit: https://grotonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30218

09/01/2026

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity for you and your 5–8-year-old? Sign up for Cook With Your Little Chef at the Groton Community Center! 🥣🥦

Learn kitchen basics, explore new foods, and pick up helpful strategies to ease picky eating at home.

When: Oct. 2 OR Nov. 13 (Fridays, 4–5 PM)
Where: 61 Fort Hill Rd, Groton, CT
Fee: $49 Res / $69 Non-Res

👉 Register now at GrotonCT.MyRec.com or visit: https://grotonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30232

09/01/2026

🍂 September is bringing the cozy crisp air and a full calendar of exciting community activities! Keep the fun going all month long with great food, friendly competitions, dance parties, and cultural celebrations. 🍎🍁

✨ September Highlights:
📆 Sept 8 – Dining Out: Steak Loft 🥩
5-7 PM | Thrive 55+ - Parking Lot | Ages 18+ | Reg. Required. Pay on your own. Supporting local dining monthly by featuring a partner restaurant!

📆 Sept 18 – Puzzle Palooza 🧩
6-8 PM | Thrive 55+ | Ages 8+ | $25 per team (1-4 people). Jigsaw puzzle competition for family and friends! Only one person from the team needs to register.

📆 Sept 18-19 – Fall 2026 Groton Sub Slam Pickleball Tournament 🏓
Bassi Pickleball Courts | Ages 18+ | $50 per team | Reg. Required. Round robin doubles tournament for skill levels 2.0–3.75!
• Friday, Sept 18: Mixed Doubles
• Saturday, Sept 19: Men's Doubles & Women's Doubles

📆 Sept 25 – Pizza Dance Party / Sides Without Limits 🍕💃
5-7 PM | Thrive 55+ | All Ages | $15/person | Reg. Required. Sample pizza and sides from local restaurants, vote for your favorite dish, and dance the night away to support adaptive programs!

📆 Sept 26 – Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration with MEC 🪅🎶
11:30 AM | GCC | All Ages | FREE to attend. Join Groton Parks & Rec, Mujeres Entre Culturas, and Ledge Light Health District for a lively afternoon packed with culture, community, and fun!

Learn more and register at grotonct.myrec.com or visit: 💻
https://www.groton-ct.gov/departments/parksrec/index.php

09/01/2026

Ready to build real-world financial skills that actually stick? 💡💵 Join Groton Parks & Recreation for Money Matters: Smart Finances for Teens (Dollars & Dreams)!

This hands-on course is designed to help teens master money management, smart spending, and saving habits so they can build lasting financial independence.

Program Details:
Dates: Monday, Sept. 28 OR Monday, Nov. 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Age: 15+
Cost: FREE to attend!
Location: Groton Community Center (61 Fort Hill Rd, Groton, CT)

Give your teen a head start on their financial future. Spaces are limited, so grab a spot early!

👉 Register for free at GrotonCT.MyRec.com or visit: https://grotonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30234

08/31/2026

08/31/2026

Looking for a fun way to explore new foods with your little one? 🍓🥦

Join us for Tiny Tasters, a hands-on cooking class designed for kids (ages 3–6) and their parents or grandparents to bond over healthy, delicious food! Guided by a registered dietitian, you’ll learn simple, nutritious recipes that will appeal to even the pickiest eaters.

Program Details:
Dates: September 11 – October 2, 2026
When: Fridays, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Ages: 3–6 years old
Location: Groton Community Center (61 Fort Hill Rd, Groton, CT)
Cost: $15.00

Spaces are limited—sign up today at GrotonCT.MyRec.com! 🎟️✨Or visit: https://grotonct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30230

08/31/2026