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Friday November 7, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Parks & Rec Clubhouse Activities - Dungeons & Dragons The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!Eastern Indigo HangoutMeet Maleficent, the stunning and endangered Eastern Indigo. She is one of the most intelligent species of snakes, is non-venomous, and is very sweet and docile. Participants will get to learn about her unique ecosystem, discover what makes her species endangered, make their own arts project to take home, and even get the chance to hold/interact with Maleficent. Maleficent has a special surprise to show the class, too! Upon arrival at the program, participants must wash their hands.Gingerbread Plushy Ornament Sew your own mini plushy ornament to hang on a tree, car, or somewhere in your house. This craft is led by the Parks and Recreation team and is a cute, festive touch to bring to your home. Photo Credit: S&S WorldwideHomemade lip balmCreate your own lip balm to take home with support from the Parks and Recreation Staff. Our team will combine and melt ingredients, then work with you to pick scents out and assist with pouring the mixture into its tube. You will get to design a label to put on your lip balm and take this home! This class is free for Southbury Residents, as we intend to offer free programs in January after the holidays! Ingredients: Organic Shea Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Vitamin E Oil and essential oil scents. Photo credit: Savvy HomemadeSpring WreathCreate your own home decor and celebrate the start of spring in our Spring Wreath Class. You will make your own wreath, which will look like a flower, to take home and have for the first day of spring the next day. Children ages 11 and under must have a parent/guardian present to assist with the craft. Disclaimer: Mesh comes in different colors and will be different than the color in the photo. Safari AdventureJoin Ms. Tess on a Safari Adventure! Participants will decorate a safari hat, go on a safari scavenger hunt, and make an animal scene with foil stickers. Each participant will get their own safari activity booklet to take home to continue the fun with the family. Dungeons and Dragons Multi-Generational Adventures: Join Parks and Recreation Clubhouse for our Dungeons and Dragons Adventures!We will provide the space - you provide the adventure! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. Groups are responsible for running their own games. If you are hoping to play with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Minors must be accompanied by an adult, staff will check you in but will not run programming. Think of this program as a play date where no one has to clean their house before the fun (or clean up after it!).Once you register, we will reach out with a link to a Discord Server that will put you in direct communication with the other adventurers. The group will decide weekly who is able to meet and what the plan is be it character development, a "one-shot" game, or other D&D related activity! (days and times are subject to change based on group's needs) Reach out to Sara in the main office with any questions: spanaccio@southbury-ct.gov In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Friday November 14, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Parks & Rec Clubhouse Activities - Dungeons & Dragons The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!Eastern Indigo HangoutMeet Maleficent, the stunning and endangered Eastern Indigo. She is one of the most intelligent species of snakes, is non-venomous, and is very sweet and docile. Participants will get to learn about her unique ecosystem, discover what makes her species endangered, make their own arts project to take home, and even get the chance to hold/interact with Maleficent. Maleficent has a special surprise to show the class, too! Upon arrival at the program, participants must wash their hands.Gingerbread Plushy Ornament Sew your own mini plushy ornament to hang on a tree, car, or somewhere in your house. This craft is led by the Parks and Recreation team and is a cute, festive touch to bring to your home. Photo Credit: S&S WorldwideHomemade lip balmCreate your own lip balm to take home with support from the Parks and Recreation Staff. Our team will combine and melt ingredients, then work with you to pick scents out and assist with pouring the mixture into its tube. You will get to design a label to put on your lip balm and take this home! This class is free for Southbury Residents, as we intend to offer free programs in January after the holidays! Ingredients: Organic Shea Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Vitamin E Oil and essential oil scents. Photo credit: Savvy HomemadeSpring WreathCreate your own home decor and celebrate the start of spring in our Spring Wreath Class. You will make your own wreath, which will look like a flower, to take home and have for the first day of spring the next day. Children ages 11 and under must have a parent/guardian present to assist with the craft. Disclaimer: Mesh comes in different colors and will be different than the color in the photo. Safari AdventureJoin Ms. Tess on a Safari Adventure! Participants will decorate a safari hat, go on a safari scavenger hunt, and make an animal scene with foil stickers. Each participant will get their own safari activity booklet to take home to continue the fun with the family. Dungeons and Dragons Multi-Generational Adventures: Join Parks and Recreation Clubhouse for our Dungeons and Dragons Adventures!We will provide the space - you provide the adventure! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. Groups are responsible for running their own games. If you are hoping to play with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Minors must be accompanied by an adult, staff will check you in but will not run programming. Think of this program as a play date where no one has to clean their house before the fun (or clean up after it!).Once you register, we will reach out with a link to a Discord Server that will put you in direct communication with the other adventurers. The group will decide weekly who is able to meet and what the plan is be it character development, a "one-shot" game, or other D&D related activity! (days and times are subject to change based on group's needs) Reach out to Sara in the main office with any questions: spanaccio@southbury-ct.gov In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Tuesday November 18, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba Fall Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning. Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years. You will not even realize you are working out! No previous dance experience is necessary. Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.Fall Session, no classes on: November 4 and 11. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Friday November 21, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Parks & Rec Clubhouse Activities - Dungeons & Dragons The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!Eastern Indigo HangoutMeet Maleficent, the stunning and endangered Eastern Indigo. She is one of the most intelligent species of snakes, is non-venomous, and is very sweet and docile. Participants will get to learn about her unique ecosystem, discover what makes her species endangered, make their own arts project to take home, and even get the chance to hold/interact with Maleficent. Maleficent has a special surprise to show the class, too! Upon arrival at the program, participants must wash their hands.Gingerbread Plushy Ornament Sew your own mini plushy ornament to hang on a tree, car, or somewhere in your house. This craft is led by the Parks and Recreation team and is a cute, festive touch to bring to your home. Photo Credit: S&S WorldwideHomemade lip balmCreate your own lip balm to take home with support from the Parks and Recreation Staff. Our team will combine and melt ingredients, then work with you to pick scents out and assist with pouring the mixture into its tube. You will get to design a label to put on your lip balm and take this home! This class is free for Southbury Residents, as we intend to offer free programs in January after the holidays! Ingredients: Organic Shea Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Vitamin E Oil and essential oil scents. Photo credit: Savvy HomemadeSpring WreathCreate your own home decor and celebrate the start of spring in our Spring Wreath Class. You will make your own wreath, which will look like a flower, to take home and have for the first day of spring the next day. Children ages 11 and under must have a parent/guardian present to assist with the craft. Disclaimer: Mesh comes in different colors and will be different than the color in the photo. Safari AdventureJoin Ms. Tess on a Safari Adventure! Participants will decorate a safari hat, go on a safari scavenger hunt, and make an animal scene with foil stickers. Each participant will get their own safari activity booklet to take home to continue the fun with the family. Dungeons and Dragons Multi-Generational Adventures: Join Parks and Recreation Clubhouse for our Dungeons and Dragons Adventures!We will provide the space - you provide the adventure! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. Groups are responsible for running their own games. If you are hoping to play with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Minors must be accompanied by an adult, staff will check you in but will not run programming. Think of this program as a play date where no one has to clean their house before the fun (or clean up after it!).Once you register, we will reach out with a link to a Discord Server that will put you in direct communication with the other adventurers. The group will decide weekly who is able to meet and what the plan is be it character development, a "one-shot" game, or other D&D related activity! (days and times are subject to change based on group's needs) Reach out to Sara in the main office with any questions: spanaccio@southbury-ct.gov In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Monday November 24, 2025
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM	Holiday Celebration: All Ages - Gift Wrap Workshop We are happy to be expanding our Holiday Festivities to span the whole season! From Luminary Decorating to Gift Wrapping, there is a program for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the main event: Our 26th Annual Holiday Celebration and Illumination Ceremony! We will be collecting non-perishable foods all season in our building. All goods will be donated to the Southbury Food bank. A list of their critical needs can be found here. NEW FREE PROGRAM: Holiday Gift Wrap WorkshopYou bring the presents - we provide the wrapping supplies! There will be paper, scissors, tape, ribbon, and small gift tags with large tables to work on. You can wrap the gifts yourself or get help from a member of our team. If you just want help and had a specific type of paper in mind, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Participants will have a table to work on but may be asked to share supplies like tape. We will also have plain brown paper that can be painted or otherwise personalized! Program is free for all Southbury Residents, space is limited and registration is required; non-residents are welcome to join for a small fee. Adult supervision is required. Register belowDates: November:    Wednesday, 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm   Monday, 24th 5:30pm-6:30pmDecember    Thursday, 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm   Friday, 12th 10:30am-11:30am   Friday, 19th 12:30pm-1:30pm   Monday, 22nd 5:30pm-6:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthCreate the light: FREE Luminary Decorating Stop by the Parks and Recreation building to decorate a luminary bag that will be used at our Holiday Event to light the path for all attendees. Program is free for all participants: registration encouraged but not required. There are four opportunities to color a bag, we will have all supplies ready for you!  Adult supervision is required.Reminder: once you've decorated your bag, it will be set aside at our office to be used at our main event on Saturday, December 6th. Come to the event and walk the path to find your illuminated creation!! Dates: November:    Tuesday, 25th 4:00pm-4:30pmDecember   Tuesday, 2nd 4:00pm-4:30pm  Tuesday, 2nd 4:30pm-5:00pm  Thursday, 4th 5:00pm-5:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthBE THE LIGHT! Holiday Celebration and Illumination CeremonyDate:  Saturday, December 6, 2025.Location: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St South, and the Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury.Parking: Attendees can park:• Town Hall's lower parking lot, Parks and Recreation's parking lot (entrance at 561 Main Street South)• Pomperaug Elementary School's parking lot (607 Main Street South)• Rochambeau Middle School's parking lot (100 Peter Rd)There will be no parking at Town Hall’s upper parking lot or Firehouse’s parking lot. There will be a designated drop-off area in the Town Hall lower lot, monitored by employees. For details, please reference our map by clicking here. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Crafts inside Parks and Recreation building5:00pm - 6:00pm: Sensory friendly hour inside Parks and Recreation building 5:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: free hot cocoa and sweets, a community sing-along, followed by a countdown to illumination. Around 6:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: Santa will arrive on the fire truck.After arrival: Outside Santa and his elf will be available for photos. There may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Last entry into Parks and Rec will be 4:45 pm. The outdoor program will include a community sing-along, a pathway of lights, illuminating the Holiday Tree, Dreidel, and Kinara, and Santa arriving on the fire truck around 6:00pm. Santa will be available for photos for a short time after arrival. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist the lines. This is a free event.  Activities taking place:     -Enjoy live music with sing-along songs     -Santa arriving on a fire truck     -Illuminating of holiday decorations     -Decorated winter scenes for photo opportunities      -Free crafts and activities inside the Parks and Rec Building     -Free Hot Cocoa & sweetsThere may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Patrons who require sensory accommodations may arrive at 5:00 pm. Sensory-friendly activities will take place inside the Parks and Recreation building. Special thanks to:  Full Bloom Catering (contribution for cookie decorating) H.H. Stone (flatbed donation)Kim Phelan (sleigh usage)Knights of Columbus (Hot Cocoa, paper supplies and a portion of sweets)Michelle Rosen (planning and organizing) PHS LatinX Club (craft table)The Price Family (craft station- Dreidel game)Southbury Arts and Culture Alliance (Wishing Wall)Southbury Library (reading & programming station) S.M.A.R.T. (craft station) Southbury Fire Department (fire truck driver) Southbury Public Works (logistics and planning) The Town of Southbury (logistics and planning)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Tuesday November 25, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba Fall Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning. Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years. You will not even realize you are working out! No previous dance experience is necessary. Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.Fall Session, no classes on: November 4 and 11. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM	Holiday Celebration: All Ages - Color a Luminary Bag We are happy to be expanding our Holiday Festivities to span the whole season! From Luminary Decorating to Gift Wrapping, there is a program for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the main event: Our 26th Annual Holiday Celebration and Illumination Ceremony! We will be collecting non-perishable foods all season in our building. All goods will be donated to the Southbury Food bank. A list of their critical needs can be found here. NEW FREE PROGRAM: Holiday Gift Wrap WorkshopYou bring the presents - we provide the wrapping supplies! There will be paper, scissors, tape, ribbon, and small gift tags with large tables to work on. You can wrap the gifts yourself or get help from a member of our team. If you just want help and had a specific type of paper in mind, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Participants will have a table to work on but may be asked to share supplies like tape. We will also have plain brown paper that can be painted or otherwise personalized! Program is free for all Southbury Residents, space is limited and registration is required; non-residents are welcome to join for a small fee. Adult supervision is required. Register belowDates: November:    Wednesday, 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm   Monday, 24th 5:30pm-6:30pmDecember    Thursday, 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm   Friday, 12th 10:30am-11:30am   Friday, 19th 12:30pm-1:30pm   Monday, 22nd 5:30pm-6:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthCreate the light: FREE Luminary Decorating Stop by the Parks and Recreation building to decorate a luminary bag that will be used at our Holiday Event to light the path for all attendees. Program is free for all participants: registration encouraged but not required. There are four opportunities to color a bag, we will have all supplies ready for you!  Adult supervision is required.Reminder: once you've decorated your bag, it will be set aside at our office to be used at our main event on Saturday, December 6th. Come to the event and walk the path to find your illuminated creation!! Dates: November:    Tuesday, 25th 4:00pm-4:30pmDecember   Tuesday, 2nd 4:00pm-4:30pm  Tuesday, 2nd 4:30pm-5:00pm  Thursday, 4th 5:00pm-5:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthBE THE LIGHT! Holiday Celebration and Illumination CeremonyDate:  Saturday, December 6, 2025.Location: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St South, and the Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury.Parking: Attendees can park:• Town Hall's lower parking lot, Parks and Recreation's parking lot (entrance at 561 Main Street South)• Pomperaug Elementary School's parking lot (607 Main Street South)• Rochambeau Middle School's parking lot (100 Peter Rd)There will be no parking at Town Hall’s upper parking lot or Firehouse’s parking lot. There will be a designated drop-off area in the Town Hall lower lot, monitored by employees. For details, please reference our map by clicking here. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Crafts inside Parks and Recreation building5:00pm - 6:00pm: Sensory friendly hour inside Parks and Recreation building 5:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: free hot cocoa and sweets, a community sing-along, followed by a countdown to illumination. Around 6:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: Santa will arrive on the fire truck.After arrival: Outside Santa and his elf will be available for photos. There may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Last entry into Parks and Rec will be 4:45 pm. The outdoor program will include a community sing-along, a pathway of lights, illuminating the Holiday Tree, Dreidel, and Kinara, and Santa arriving on the fire truck around 6:00pm. Santa will be available for photos for a short time after arrival. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist the lines. This is a free event.  Activities taking place:     -Enjoy live music with sing-along songs     -Santa arriving on a fire truck     -Illuminating of holiday decorations     -Decorated winter scenes for photo opportunities      -Free crafts and activities inside the Parks and Rec Building     -Free Hot Cocoa & sweetsThere may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Patrons who require sensory accommodations may arrive at 5:00 pm. Sensory-friendly activities will take place inside the Parks and Recreation building. Special thanks to:  Full Bloom Catering (contribution for cookie decorating) H.H. Stone (flatbed donation)Kim Phelan (sleigh usage)Knights of Columbus (Hot Cocoa, paper supplies and a portion of sweets)Michelle Rosen (planning and organizing) PHS LatinX Club (craft table)The Price Family (craft station- Dreidel game)Southbury Arts and Culture Alliance (Wishing Wall)Southbury Library (reading & programming station) S.M.A.R.T. (craft station) Southbury Fire Department (fire truck driver) Southbury Public Works (logistics and planning) The Town of Southbury (logistics and planning)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Friday November 28, 2025
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM	Parks & Rec Clubhouse Activities - Dungeons & Dragons The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!Eastern Indigo HangoutMeet Maleficent, the stunning and endangered Eastern Indigo. She is one of the most intelligent species of snakes, is non-venomous, and is very sweet and docile. Participants will get to learn about her unique ecosystem, discover what makes her species endangered, make their own arts project to take home, and even get the chance to hold/interact with Maleficent. Maleficent has a special surprise to show the class, too! Upon arrival at the program, participants must wash their hands.Gingerbread Plushy Ornament Sew your own mini plushy ornament to hang on a tree, car, or somewhere in your house. This craft is led by the Parks and Recreation team and is a cute, festive touch to bring to your home. Photo Credit: S&S WorldwideHomemade lip balmCreate your own lip balm to take home with support from the Parks and Recreation Staff. Our team will combine and melt ingredients, then work with you to pick scents out and assist with pouring the mixture into its tube. You will get to design a label to put on your lip balm and take this home! This class is free for Southbury Residents, as we intend to offer free programs in January after the holidays! Ingredients: Organic Shea Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Vitamin E Oil and essential oil scents. Photo credit: Savvy HomemadeSpring WreathCreate your own home decor and celebrate the start of spring in our Spring Wreath Class. You will make your own wreath, which will look like a flower, to take home and have for the first day of spring the next day. Children ages 11 and under must have a parent/guardian present to assist with the craft. Disclaimer: Mesh comes in different colors and will be different than the color in the photo. Safari AdventureJoin Ms. Tess on a Safari Adventure! Participants will decorate a safari hat, go on a safari scavenger hunt, and make an animal scene with foil stickers. Each participant will get their own safari activity booklet to take home to continue the fun with the family. Dungeons and Dragons Multi-Generational Adventures: Join Parks and Recreation Clubhouse for our Dungeons and Dragons Adventures!We will provide the space - you provide the adventure! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. Groups are responsible for running their own games. If you are hoping to play with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Minors must be accompanied by an adult, staff will check you in but will not run programming. Think of this program as a play date where no one has to clean their house before the fun (or clean up after it!).Once you register, we will reach out with a link to a Discord Server that will put you in direct communication with the other adventurers. The group will decide weekly who is able to meet and what the plan is be it character development, a "one-shot" game, or other D&D related activity! (days and times are subject to change based on group's needs) Reach out to Sara in the main office with any questions: spanaccio@southbury-ct.gov In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Tuesday December 2, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM	Zumba: Ages 18+ - Zumba Join us for a fun and fabulous hour of cardio and calorie burning. Instructor Karen Miller has been a certified Zumba teacher for 11 years and would love for you to enjoy what she has loved for all these years. You will not even realize you are working out! No previous dance experience is necessary. Wear comfortable work-out clothes and sneakers and bring plenty of water.JOIN THE PARTY!Southbury Parks and Recreation Building561 Main St South Drop ins welcome! Drop in registration will be open one week before any given class and remain open until the class start. Drop-in registration is good for the one date shown on receipt. Please be mindful when registering: no refunds will be provided for drop-in registrations.Fall Session, no classes on: November 4 and 11. In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM	Holiday Celebration: All Ages - Color a Luminary Bag We are happy to be expanding our Holiday Festivities to span the whole season! From Luminary Decorating to Gift Wrapping, there is a program for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the main event: Our 26th Annual Holiday Celebration and Illumination Ceremony! We will be collecting non-perishable foods all season in our building. All goods will be donated to the Southbury Food bank. A list of their critical needs can be found here. NEW FREE PROGRAM: Holiday Gift Wrap WorkshopYou bring the presents - we provide the wrapping supplies! There will be paper, scissors, tape, ribbon, and small gift tags with large tables to work on. You can wrap the gifts yourself or get help from a member of our team. If you just want help and had a specific type of paper in mind, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Participants will have a table to work on but may be asked to share supplies like tape. We will also have plain brown paper that can be painted or otherwise personalized! Program is free for all Southbury Residents, space is limited and registration is required; non-residents are welcome to join for a small fee. Adult supervision is required. Register belowDates: November:    Wednesday, 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm   Monday, 24th 5:30pm-6:30pmDecember    Thursday, 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm   Friday, 12th 10:30am-11:30am   Friday, 19th 12:30pm-1:30pm   Monday, 22nd 5:30pm-6:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthCreate the light: FREE Luminary Decorating Stop by the Parks and Recreation building to decorate a luminary bag that will be used at our Holiday Event to light the path for all attendees. Program is free for all participants: registration encouraged but not required. There are four opportunities to color a bag, we will have all supplies ready for you!  Adult supervision is required.Reminder: once you've decorated your bag, it will be set aside at our office to be used at our main event on Saturday, December 6th. Come to the event and walk the path to find your illuminated creation!! Dates: November:    Tuesday, 25th 4:00pm-4:30pmDecember   Tuesday, 2nd 4:00pm-4:30pm  Tuesday, 2nd 4:30pm-5:00pm  Thursday, 4th 5:00pm-5:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthBE THE LIGHT! Holiday Celebration and Illumination CeremonyDate:  Saturday, December 6, 2025.Location: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St South, and the Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury.Parking: Attendees can park:• Town Hall's lower parking lot, Parks and Recreation's parking lot (entrance at 561 Main Street South)• Pomperaug Elementary School's parking lot (607 Main Street South)• Rochambeau Middle School's parking lot (100 Peter Rd)There will be no parking at Town Hall’s upper parking lot or Firehouse’s parking lot. There will be a designated drop-off area in the Town Hall lower lot, monitored by employees. For details, please reference our map by clicking here. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Crafts inside Parks and Recreation building5:00pm - 6:00pm: Sensory friendly hour inside Parks and Recreation building 5:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: free hot cocoa and sweets, a community sing-along, followed by a countdown to illumination. Around 6:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: Santa will arrive on the fire truck.After arrival: Outside Santa and his elf will be available for photos. There may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Last entry into Parks and Rec will be 4:45 pm. The outdoor program will include a community sing-along, a pathway of lights, illuminating the Holiday Tree, Dreidel, and Kinara, and Santa arriving on the fire truck around 6:00pm. Santa will be available for photos for a short time after arrival. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist the lines. This is a free event.  Activities taking place:     -Enjoy live music with sing-along songs     -Santa arriving on a fire truck     -Illuminating of holiday decorations     -Decorated winter scenes for photo opportunities      -Free crafts and activities inside the Parks and Rec Building     -Free Hot Cocoa & sweetsThere may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Patrons who require sensory accommodations may arrive at 5:00 pm. Sensory-friendly activities will take place inside the Parks and Recreation building. Special thanks to:  Full Bloom Catering (contribution for cookie decorating) H.H. Stone (flatbed donation)Kim Phelan (sleigh usage)Knights of Columbus (Hot Cocoa, paper supplies and a portion of sweets)Michelle Rosen (planning and organizing) PHS LatinX Club (craft table)The Price Family (craft station- Dreidel game)Southbury Arts and Culture Alliance (Wishing Wall)Southbury Library (reading & programming station) S.M.A.R.T. (craft station) Southbury Fire Department (fire truck driver) Southbury Public Works (logistics and planning) The Town of Southbury (logistics and planning)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
4:30 PM - 5:00 PM	Holiday Celebration: All Ages - Color a Luminary Bag We are happy to be expanding our Holiday Festivities to span the whole season! From Luminary Decorating to Gift Wrapping, there is a program for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the main event: Our 26th Annual Holiday Celebration and Illumination Ceremony! We will be collecting non-perishable foods all season in our building. All goods will be donated to the Southbury Food bank. A list of their critical needs can be found here. NEW FREE PROGRAM: Holiday Gift Wrap WorkshopYou bring the presents - we provide the wrapping supplies! There will be paper, scissors, tape, ribbon, and small gift tags with large tables to work on. You can wrap the gifts yourself or get help from a member of our team. If you just want help and had a specific type of paper in mind, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Participants will have a table to work on but may be asked to share supplies like tape. We will also have plain brown paper that can be painted or otherwise personalized! Program is free for all Southbury Residents, space is limited and registration is required; non-residents are welcome to join for a small fee. Adult supervision is required. Register belowDates: November:    Wednesday, 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm   Monday, 24th 5:30pm-6:30pmDecember    Thursday, 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm   Friday, 12th 10:30am-11:30am   Friday, 19th 12:30pm-1:30pm   Monday, 22nd 5:30pm-6:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthCreate the light: FREE Luminary Decorating Stop by the Parks and Recreation building to decorate a luminary bag that will be used at our Holiday Event to light the path for all attendees. Program is free for all participants: registration encouraged but not required. There are four opportunities to color a bag, we will have all supplies ready for you!  Adult supervision is required.Reminder: once you've decorated your bag, it will be set aside at our office to be used at our main event on Saturday, December 6th. Come to the event and walk the path to find your illuminated creation!! Dates: November:    Tuesday, 25th 4:00pm-4:30pmDecember   Tuesday, 2nd 4:00pm-4:30pm  Tuesday, 2nd 4:30pm-5:00pm  Thursday, 4th 5:00pm-5:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthBE THE LIGHT! Holiday Celebration and Illumination CeremonyDate:  Saturday, December 6, 2025.Location: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St South, and the Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury.Parking: Attendees can park:• Town Hall's lower parking lot, Parks and Recreation's parking lot (entrance at 561 Main Street South)• Pomperaug Elementary School's parking lot (607 Main Street South)• Rochambeau Middle School's parking lot (100 Peter Rd)There will be no parking at Town Hall’s upper parking lot or Firehouse’s parking lot. There will be a designated drop-off area in the Town Hall lower lot, monitored by employees. For details, please reference our map by clicking here. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Crafts inside Parks and Recreation building5:00pm - 6:00pm: Sensory friendly hour inside Parks and Recreation building 5:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: free hot cocoa and sweets, a community sing-along, followed by a countdown to illumination. Around 6:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: Santa will arrive on the fire truck.After arrival: Outside Santa and his elf will be available for photos. There may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Last entry into Parks and Rec will be 4:45 pm. The outdoor program will include a community sing-along, a pathway of lights, illuminating the Holiday Tree, Dreidel, and Kinara, and Santa arriving on the fire truck around 6:00pm. Santa will be available for photos for a short time after arrival. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist the lines. This is a free event.  Activities taking place:     -Enjoy live music with sing-along songs     -Santa arriving on a fire truck     -Illuminating of holiday decorations     -Decorated winter scenes for photo opportunities      -Free crafts and activities inside the Parks and Rec Building     -Free Hot Cocoa & sweetsThere may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Patrons who require sensory accommodations may arrive at 5:00 pm. Sensory-friendly activities will take place inside the Parks and Recreation building. Special thanks to:  Full Bloom Catering (contribution for cookie decorating) H.H. Stone (flatbed donation)Kim Phelan (sleigh usage)Knights of Columbus (Hot Cocoa, paper supplies and a portion of sweets)Michelle Rosen (planning and organizing) PHS LatinX Club (craft table)The Price Family (craft station- Dreidel game)Southbury Arts and Culture Alliance (Wishing Wall)Southbury Library (reading & programming station) S.M.A.R.T. (craft station) Southbury Fire Department (fire truck driver) Southbury Public Works (logistics and planning) The Town of Southbury (logistics and planning)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Wednesday December 3, 2025
12:00 AM - 5:30 PM	Prep room for clubhouse at 4:15pm
4:15 PM - 4:45 PM	Parks & Rec Clubhouse Activities - Gingerbread Plushie Ornament! The Parks & Rec Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for various ages. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!Our activities range from seasonal activities, science/learning activities, sensory learning and other messy crafts & activities!Eastern Indigo HangoutMeet Maleficent, the stunning and endangered Eastern Indigo. She is one of the most intelligent species of snakes, is non-venomous, and is very sweet and docile. Participants will get to learn about her unique ecosystem, discover what makes her species endangered, make their own arts project to take home, and even get the chance to hold/interact with Maleficent. Maleficent has a special surprise to show the class, too! Upon arrival at the program, participants must wash their hands.Gingerbread Plushy Ornament Sew your own mini plushy ornament to hang on a tree, car, or somewhere in your house. This craft is led by the Parks and Recreation team and is a cute, festive touch to bring to your home. Photo Credit: S&S WorldwideHomemade lip balmCreate your own lip balm to take home with support from the Parks and Recreation Staff. Our team will combine and melt ingredients, then work with you to pick scents out and assist with pouring the mixture into its tube. You will get to design a label to put on your lip balm and take this home! This class is free for Southbury Residents, as we intend to offer free programs in January after the holidays! Ingredients: Organic Shea Butter, Organic Beeswax, Organic Coconut Oil, Avocado Oil, Vitamin E Oil and essential oil scents. Photo credit: Savvy HomemadeSpring WreathCreate your own home decor and celebrate the start of spring in our Spring Wreath Class. You will make your own wreath, which will look like a flower, to take home and have for the first day of spring the next day. Children ages 11 and under must have a parent/guardian present to assist with the craft. Disclaimer: Mesh comes in different colors and will be different than the color in the photo. Safari AdventureJoin Ms. Tess on a Safari Adventure! Participants will decorate a safari hat, go on a safari scavenger hunt, and make an animal scene with foil stickers. Each participant will get their own safari activity booklet to take home to continue the fun with the family. Dungeons and Dragons Multi-Generational Adventures: Join Parks and Recreation Clubhouse for our Dungeons and Dragons Adventures!We will provide the space - you provide the adventure! Southbury Parks and Recreation will provide game supplies, tables, and chairs. Groups are responsible for running their own games. If you are hoping to play with more participants, please invite your friends to sign up and join us! Minors must be accompanied by an adult, staff will check you in but will not run programming. Think of this program as a play date where no one has to clean their house before the fun (or clean up after it!).Once you register, we will reach out with a link to a Discord Server that will put you in direct communication with the other adventurers. The group will decide weekly who is able to meet and what the plan is be it character development, a "one-shot" game, or other D&D related activity! (days and times are subject to change based on group's needs) Reach out to Sara in the main office with any questions: spanaccio@southbury-ct.gov In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.

Thursday December 4, 2025
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM	Holiday Celebration: All Ages - Color a Luminary Bag We are happy to be expanding our Holiday Festivities to span the whole season! From Luminary Decorating to Gift Wrapping, there is a program for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the main event: Our 26th Annual Holiday Celebration and Illumination Ceremony! We will be collecting non-perishable foods all season in our building. All goods will be donated to the Southbury Food bank. A list of their critical needs can be found here. NEW FREE PROGRAM: Holiday Gift Wrap WorkshopYou bring the presents - we provide the wrapping supplies! There will be paper, scissors, tape, ribbon, and small gift tags with large tables to work on. You can wrap the gifts yourself or get help from a member of our team. If you just want help and had a specific type of paper in mind, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Participants will have a table to work on but may be asked to share supplies like tape. We will also have plain brown paper that can be painted or otherwise personalized! Program is free for all Southbury Residents, space is limited and registration is required; non-residents are welcome to join for a small fee. Adult supervision is required. Register belowDates: November:    Wednesday, 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm   Monday, 24th 5:30pm-6:30pmDecember    Thursday, 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm   Friday, 12th 10:30am-11:30am   Friday, 19th 12:30pm-1:30pm   Monday, 22nd 5:30pm-6:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthCreate the light: FREE Luminary Decorating Stop by the Parks and Recreation building to decorate a luminary bag that will be used at our Holiday Event to light the path for all attendees. Program is free for all participants: registration encouraged but not required. There are four opportunities to color a bag, we will have all supplies ready for you!  Adult supervision is required.Reminder: once you've decorated your bag, it will be set aside at our office to be used at our main event on Saturday, December 6th. Come to the event and walk the path to find your illuminated creation!! Dates: November:    Tuesday, 25th 4:00pm-4:30pmDecember   Tuesday, 2nd 4:00pm-4:30pm  Tuesday, 2nd 4:30pm-5:00pm  Thursday, 4th 5:00pm-5:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthBE THE LIGHT! Holiday Celebration and Illumination CeremonyDate:  Saturday, December 6, 2025.Location: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St South, and the Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury.Parking: Attendees can park:• Town Hall's lower parking lot, Parks and Recreation's parking lot (entrance at 561 Main Street South)• Pomperaug Elementary School's parking lot (607 Main Street South)• Rochambeau Middle School's parking lot (100 Peter Rd)There will be no parking at Town Hall’s upper parking lot or Firehouse’s parking lot. There will be a designated drop-off area in the Town Hall lower lot, monitored by employees. For details, please reference our map by clicking here. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Crafts inside Parks and Recreation building5:00pm - 6:00pm: Sensory friendly hour inside Parks and Recreation building 5:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: free hot cocoa and sweets, a community sing-along, followed by a countdown to illumination. Around 6:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: Santa will arrive on the fire truck.After arrival: Outside Santa and his elf will be available for photos. There may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Last entry into Parks and Rec will be 4:45 pm. The outdoor program will include a community sing-along, a pathway of lights, illuminating the Holiday Tree, Dreidel, and Kinara, and Santa arriving on the fire truck around 6:00pm. Santa will be available for photos for a short time after arrival. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist the lines. This is a free event.  Activities taking place:     -Enjoy live music with sing-along songs     -Santa arriving on a fire truck     -Illuminating of holiday decorations     -Decorated winter scenes for photo opportunities      -Free crafts and activities inside the Parks and Rec Building     -Free Hot Cocoa & sweetsThere may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Patrons who require sensory accommodations may arrive at 5:00 pm. Sensory-friendly activities will take place inside the Parks and Recreation building. Special thanks to:  Full Bloom Catering (contribution for cookie decorating) H.H. Stone (flatbed donation)Kim Phelan (sleigh usage)Knights of Columbus (Hot Cocoa, paper supplies and a portion of sweets)Michelle Rosen (planning and organizing) PHS LatinX Club (craft table)The Price Family (craft station- Dreidel game)Southbury Arts and Culture Alliance (Wishing Wall)Southbury Library (reading & programming station) S.M.A.R.T. (craft station) Southbury Fire Department (fire truck driver) Southbury Public Works (logistics and planning) The Town of Southbury (logistics and planning)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM	Holiday Celebration: All Ages - Gift Wrap Workshop We are happy to be expanding our Holiday Festivities to span the whole season! From Luminary Decorating to Gift Wrapping, there is a program for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the main event: Our 26th Annual Holiday Celebration and Illumination Ceremony! We will be collecting non-perishable foods all season in our building. All goods will be donated to the Southbury Food bank. A list of their critical needs can be found here. NEW FREE PROGRAM: Holiday Gift Wrap WorkshopYou bring the presents - we provide the wrapping supplies! There will be paper, scissors, tape, ribbon, and small gift tags with large tables to work on. You can wrap the gifts yourself or get help from a member of our team. If you just want help and had a specific type of paper in mind, you are welcome to bring your own supplies. Participants will have a table to work on but may be asked to share supplies like tape. We will also have plain brown paper that can be painted or otherwise personalized! Program is free for all Southbury Residents, space is limited and registration is required; non-residents are welcome to join for a small fee. Adult supervision is required. Register belowDates: November:    Wednesday, 19th 4:30pm-5:30pm   Monday, 24th 5:30pm-6:30pmDecember    Thursday, 4th, 5:00pm-6:00pm   Friday, 12th 10:30am-11:30am   Friday, 19th 12:30pm-1:30pm   Monday, 22nd 5:30pm-6:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthCreate the light: FREE Luminary Decorating Stop by the Parks and Recreation building to decorate a luminary bag that will be used at our Holiday Event to light the path for all attendees. Program is free for all participants: registration encouraged but not required. There are four opportunities to color a bag, we will have all supplies ready for you!  Adult supervision is required.Reminder: once you've decorated your bag, it will be set aside at our office to be used at our main event on Saturday, December 6th. Come to the event and walk the path to find your illuminated creation!! Dates: November:    Tuesday, 25th 4:00pm-4:30pmDecember   Tuesday, 2nd 4:00pm-4:30pm  Tuesday, 2nd 4:30pm-5:00pm  Thursday, 4th 5:00pm-5:30pmLocation: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St SouthBE THE LIGHT! Holiday Celebration and Illumination CeremonyDate:  Saturday, December 6, 2025.Location: Parks and Recreation building, 561 Main St South, and the Town Hall Green, 501 Main Street South, Southbury.Parking: Attendees can park:• Town Hall's lower parking lot, Parks and Recreation's parking lot (entrance at 561 Main Street South)• Pomperaug Elementary School's parking lot (607 Main Street South)• Rochambeau Middle School's parking lot (100 Peter Rd)There will be no parking at Town Hall’s upper parking lot or Firehouse’s parking lot. There will be a designated drop-off area in the Town Hall lower lot, monitored by employees. For details, please reference our map by clicking here. 4:00pm - 5:00pm: Crafts inside Parks and Recreation building5:00pm - 6:00pm: Sensory friendly hour inside Parks and Recreation building 5:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: free hot cocoa and sweets, a community sing-along, followed by a countdown to illumination. Around 6:00pm: outside, Town Hall Parking lot: Santa will arrive on the fire truck.After arrival: Outside Santa and his elf will be available for photos. There may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Last entry into Parks and Rec will be 4:45 pm. The outdoor program will include a community sing-along, a pathway of lights, illuminating the Holiday Tree, Dreidel, and Kinara, and Santa arriving on the fire truck around 6:00pm. Santa will be available for photos for a short time after arrival. Staff and volunteers will be on-site to assist the lines. This is a free event.  Activities taking place:     -Enjoy live music with sing-along songs     -Santa arriving on a fire truck     -Illuminating of holiday decorations     -Decorated winter scenes for photo opportunities      -Free crafts and activities inside the Parks and Rec Building     -Free Hot Cocoa & sweetsThere may be a surprise visit from the Grinch- keep your eyes peeled!Patrons who require sensory accommodations may arrive at 5:00 pm. Sensory-friendly activities will take place inside the Parks and Recreation building. Special thanks to:  Full Bloom Catering (contribution for cookie decorating) H.H. Stone (flatbed donation)Kim Phelan (sleigh usage)Knights of Columbus (Hot Cocoa, paper supplies and a portion of sweets)Michelle Rosen (planning and organizing) PHS LatinX Club (craft table)The Price Family (craft station- Dreidel game)Southbury Arts and Culture Alliance (Wishing Wall)Southbury Library (reading & programming station) S.M.A.R.T. (craft station) Southbury Fire Department (fire truck driver) Southbury Public Works (logistics and planning) The Town of Southbury (logistics and planning)In order to serve you better, Southbury Parks and Recreation's programs are subject to change. All Parks and Recreation programs are covered by the Universal Disclaimer.