Youth Enrichment Programs

Autism Families CONNECTicut (AFC) Songs on the Spectrum 

 Autism Families CONNECTicut (AFC) is holding a special two-week session of its popular “Songs on the Spectrum,” a group music therapy program for children ages 4 to 10 with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their siblings. This specialized program has been designed for children on the spectrum, to provide a fun, safe music class appropriate for their needs.  Children will sing and play instruments, facilitated by Emily Pellegrino from Connecticut Music Therapy Services. Children will be encouraged to enjoy music, to learn social skills, and to  interact with each other.  Get your child singing and having fun on the weekend!  Parents must remain with their children during the session. 

Ages: 4-10 years  March, 3rd and March 10th, 10:00-10:45 am

No fee

For information on the classes or Autism Families Connecticut, email Jackie Procyk at jprocyk617@yahoo.com  Activity # 25003HH   

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Monday Night Social Club

Middle school students, high school students, and young adults from the special population can enjoy a variety of games while meeting new friends in an informal, supervised format. Please call the Recreation Department for more information. Closed on major holidays.

Ages 13 and Up, SW Teen Center Mondays, 6:30pm-9:00 pm, Fee: $3/person/night

 

Challenger Basketball

Challenger is a basketball program for young athletes with disabilities.  This program will provide these boys and girls in grades 2-5 an oppotunity to learn the basic skills and play the game of basketball.  Each participant will be assisted in developing their skills of the game, raising their level of self-esteem and having fun. 

Who:  For young athletes in grades 2-5 with disabilities.

Where: Eli Terry Elementary School

When: Saturdays from January 21st-February 11th from 12:30-1:30 pm

Cost: $10

Each athlete will have a buddy which is a high school student or coach.

Sign up soon as spots are limited!

Activity # 148999A

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