OPEN PARKS
SUMMER ACTIVITIES
Looking for fun activities this summer to keep your young ones active and engaged? Join us for the Open Parks program, with local Stoneham community partners coming together to provide a variety of completely free programming every morning from July 1-August 23, followed by complimentary lunch. Check out the calendar of scheduled activities to register now, and get in on the fun!
Facebook Link: here
***PLEASE NOTE ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST FILL OUT THE OPEN PARKS RELEASE FORM AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE IN ORDER TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY PROGRAM LISTED. PLEASE EMAIL THE FORM TO esheeran@bgcstoneham.org OR BRING IT IN PERSON WHEN ARRIVING AT AN ACTIVITY.
ANY QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB @ 781-835-9510.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
Stoneham Police - First Responder Day
Age range: 6-10
Will a parent be required to stay with the child(ren)?: No
Contact: Edellorusso@stonehamschools.org, lengel@stoneham-ma.gov
Location: South School
Dates of program:
Thursday, July 18
Thursday, August 8
Friends of the Fells - Guided Hike in the Middlesex Fells
Description:
Join Friends of the Fells to explore the forest, meadows, streams, and ponds of our state park! We'll traverse a variety of trails, check out cool plants, and maybe even glimpse some wildlife. We may even get a chance to do some trail work like removing invasive plants and clearing blocked trails and water ditches. Be sure to bring a reusable water bottle, snacks, sunscreen, a hat, and bugspray. Good hiking boots or sneakers are required. Long pants and tall socks are highly recommended to prevent tick or poison ivy exposure.
Age range: 10 and up
Will a parent be required to stay with the child(ren)?: No
Contact: maddie.morgan@fells.org
Location: Greenwood Park (176 Pond Street, Stoneham) in the Middlesex Fells
Dates of program:
Thursday, July 25
Thursday, August 1
Registration link: Here for July 25th:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stoneham-open-parks-hike-with-friends-of-the-fells-tickets-907140651107?aff=oddtdtcreator.
And here for August 1:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stoneham-open-parks-hike-with-friends-of-the-fells-tickets-908409957637?aff=oddtdtcreator
Stoneham Senior Center - Arts and Crafts with the Senior Center
Description: Get hands-on instruction and learn crafts such as bead crocheting, magnets, collage making, tea light mason jars, and mini garden gnome ornaments.
Age range: 10-12
Will a parent be required to stay with the child(ren)?: No
Contact: kspence@stoneham-ma.gov
Location: Stoneham Senior Center, 136 Elm Street
Dates of program:
Every Tuesday, July 2 - August 20
Stoneham TV
Description: Stoneham TV will sponsor creative Friday mornings during the Stoneham Open Parks program at South School. Students will create commercials, interviews, movie trailers, and much more! Learn how to use video cameras, microphones and other production equipment to make your ideas come to life.
Age range: 8-14
Will a parent be required to stay with the child(ren)?: No
Contact: amy@stonehamtv.org
Location: South School
Dates of program:
Every Friday, July 12 - August 2
Greater Boston Stage Company - GBSC's Center Stage!
Description: GBSC's Center Stage! uses different weekly themes to introduce young artists to acting, dancing, singing, and design in a fun and supportive environment! Each day, students are exposed to various theatrical techniques, exercises, and games to expand their confidence and imagination.
Age range: 6-9 (Mondays), 10-12 (Wednesdays)
Will a parent be required to stay with the child(ren)?: No
Contact: heather@greaterbostonstage.org; education@greaterbostonstage.org
Location: South School
Dates of program (as of May 17):
Age range: 6-9, Every Monday July 1 - August 19
Age range: 10-12, Every Wednesday, July 3 - August 21
SUMMER DAILY SCHEDULE: 9:00AM-12:00PM
Monday, July 1: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, July 2: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, July 3: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Thursday, July 4:
Friday, July 5:
Monday, July 8: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, July 9: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, July 10: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, July 11:
Friday, July 12: Stoneham TV
Monday, July 15: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, July 16: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, July 17: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, July 18: First Responders Safety Training
Friday, July 19: Stoneham TV
Monday, July 22: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, July 23: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, July 24: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, July 25: Hike in the Fells-Middlesex Fells
Friday, July 26: Stoneham TV
Monday, July 29: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, July 30: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, July 31: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, August 1: Hike in the Fells-Middlesex Fells
Friday, August 2: Stoneham TV
Monday, August 5: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, August 6: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, August 7: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, August 8: First Responders Safety Training
Friday, August 9:
Monday, August 12: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, August 13: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, August 14: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, August 15:
Friday, August 16:
Monday, August 19: Greater Boston State Company (6-9yrs)
Tuesday, August 20: Senior Center Arts & Crafts (**Location at Senior Center)
Wednesday, August 21: Greater Boston State Company (10-12yrs)
Thursday, August 22:
Friday, August 23:
OTHER COMMUNITY EVENTS IN STONEHAM SUMMER 2024!
Sponsored by Stoneham Police:
June 18: Movie Night-Town Common
August 6: National Night Out-Town Common
Sponsored by Stoneham Public Library:
June 18: Summer Nights Concert with Matt Heaton
June 29: Summer Kickoff
July 11: Family Mini Golf
July 15: Mario Kart Tournament
August 7: Shadow Puppet Show
August 8: Trivia Night
August 16: Incredible Earthworms
FAQs
Are all activities free? Yes! All activities under the Open Parks program are completely free to attend.
Are all meals free? Yes! Anyone under the age of 18 can eat for free at 11pm, even if they did not participate in the activity.
Is Open Parks only available to families from Stoneham? No, the Open Parks program is open to anyone who would like to attend!
Do I need to register before an activity? Registration links are available on the calendar of activities for Open Parks, as well as the waiver forms that must be completed in order to have your child participate in the activities. You may arrive the morning of the event without registering online, but will still need to complete the forms before participating. Please note that the registration may need to be done through one of our community partners’ online portals depending on the day.
Are parents/guardians required to stay with the children participating in the activities? Parents/guardians may or may not be required to stay with children depending on the activity. Please check the details for each day of Open Parks on our calendar above to confirm if you will be required to stay with your child. Please note that even if you are not required to accompany your child, you are welcome to stay at the location where the activity is taking place.
What will happen if an activity is canceled due to weather conditions? Most of our activities this summer will be taking place inside, however if weather directly conflicts with the planned program, a notice will be posted on the official Open Parks Facebook-LINK (here).
What if I need to contact someone at the Open Parks activity? If you have any questions or need to contact an on-site staff member for any reason, you can call 781-835-9510.
