Somerville Parks and Recreation
Monthly Newsletter- AUGUST
First Newsletter! 📰
Throughout the 2025 year, the Somerville Parks and Recreation department is focusing on our social media platforms, as well as other digital outlets to ensure we are accessing more families within the community. By launching our very first monthly newsletter, we have had an additional 1,275 views!
La Familia named our 2025 Kickball Champions! 🔴
Despite being ranked second in playoffs and only receiving 12% of voters from our last newsletter --- La Familia has been named our Summer 2025 Kickball Champions! From winning semi-finals against the Pitch Slapperz to victory over 2024 championship team La Bodega, La Familia's season was one to watch!
Somertime Field Trip to Chunky's Cinema 🎥
Our Somertime Day Program hit the big screen with a fun-filled trip to Chunky’s Cinema to see Lilo and Stitch! From comfy seats to big screen laughs, it was the perfect mid-week adventure!
Barn Babies at Somertime 🐷
Our Somertime day Program got a special visit from Barn Babies — and the smiles say it all! From snuggly bunnies to tiny goats, our kids had an unforgettable hands-on experience with some adorable new friends. Thanks to Barn Babies for bringing the joy (and the fluff)!
Sports Clinic Week 1- Baseball and Softball ⚾🥎
Sports Clinic 2025 'swung' into action with our Baseball and Softball Clinics! These players were sharpening their skills, building confidence, and having a blast out on the field!
Somertime Field Trip to Canobie Lake Park 🎢
Our Somertime participants rode roller coasters, splashed through water rides, and made memories that will last all summer long! From thrills to chills, this field trip was a total blast! Thanks to Canobie Lake Park for an unforgettable day of laughs, adventure, and non-stop fun- we’re already counting down until next time!
Sports Clinic Week 2- Highlander Soccer Clinic ⚽
From drills to scrimmages, our Highlander Soccer Clinic participants brought the energy, hustle, and spirit all week long!
Somertime Field Trip to Xtreme Craze ⚡
From high-flying trampolines to epic obstacle courses and heart-pounding laser tag battles, our campers brought their A-game and energy all day long! The excitement was off the charts as they bounces, climbed, and raced through every challenge Xtreme Craze has to offer! Shoutout to Xtreme Craze for hosting us and making this an unforgettable adventure packed with thrills, teamwork, and endless smiles!
Sports Clinic Week 3- Tennis and Ultimate Frisbee Clinic 🎾🥏
Serving up and soaring through summer as week 3 of our Sports Clinic was spent bringing the heat on the court and field!
Somertime Field Trip to the Museum of Science 🧪
Who said you couldn't have educational FUN?! Not us! Our Somertime Day Program visited the Museum of Science for a day full of learning!
Sports Clinic Week 4- Tennis and Soccer Clinic 🎾⚽
From perfect passes to powerful serves, our Soccer and Tennis Clinics truly scored!
Somertime Reptile Show 🦎
Somertime had an un-frog-ettable visit from Reptile Shows of New England, and things got wildly educational! Our participants got up close and personal with some incredible scaly friends! From snakes and lizards to turtles and more, kids had a blast learning all about these fascinating creatures! Thank you Reptile Shows of New England for an unforgettable hands-on experience!
Somertime Magic Show 🎩
Our Somertime Day Program had a special visit from Mr. Bonaparté who wowed us with mind-blowing tricks, disappearing acts, and tons of laughs! The participants were on the edge of their seats as the magic came to life right before their eyes! Big thanks to our magical guest, Mr. Bonaparté from Bonaparté Magic, for turning an ordinary day into something truly unforgettable!
Readings at Kidstop 📖
Huge thank you to the Somerville Public Library Foundation for donating books and reading to our Kidstop Toddler Program weekly!
Teen are really 'digging' our Volleyball Clinic 🏐
Though volleyball is always a 'hit' with our teens, we have had the best time hosting 40+ teens this summer for weekly volleyball clinics! Somerville High School better watch out- we've got some ballers on our hands!
Adaptive Sports Program 2025
One of our goals for the 2025 year was to supply more adaptive programs for participants with disabilities. After successfully hosting our "Teen Night Out" program, we have been able to host our Adaptive Sports Clinic to provide opportunities for kids to build confidence, make friends, stay active, and most importantly- have fun while learning new sports!