Somerville Parks and Recreation
Monthly Newsletter- AUGUST
Welcome to our MAY Newsletter!
Our Monthly Newsletter features our upcoming programs, events, and resources provided by the Somerville Parks and Recreation department in order to keep our community active, connected, and inspired! For more information on how to register for programs...
đ View the Summer Guide HERE! https://canva.link/summer26 đ
* For translated guides, visit https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1cw2_5l0G9spYGn-ZFUbxCr3y2njFHBuF?usp=drive_link
đģ Visit the official Somerville Parks and Recreation Page
đ¨ Stop in our office at 167 Holland St. Somerville, MA 02144
đĨ Email esaez@somervillema.gov for more information!
If you have any questions, have feedback, or would like to be featured on the SPR Monthly Newsletter, please send an email to Kaitlyn Seeley at kseeley@somervillema.gov.
May Programming đ
Programs Starting in May: Includes a Fee
- 5/2: Scoops Lacrosse Clinic
- 5/2: Archery Program
- 5/3: Co-Ed Kickball League
- 5/4: Men's Softball League
Programs Starting in May: Free Programs
Programs Ending in May
- Tot-Soccer (SUN until 5/10)
- Introduction to Rugby (MON until 5/18)
- Co-Ed Basketball w/ MD (MON until 5/18)
- Girls Basketball w/ MD (MON until 5/18)
- Boys Basketball w/ MD (MON until 5/18)
- Teen Hike Program (WED until 5/20)
- Teen Volleyball Open Gym (THURS until 5/21)
- Water Exercise (MON+WED until 5/27)
- Archery Program (SAT until 5/30)
- Introduction to Youth Volleyball (SAT until 5/30)
KIDDIE CORNER đļ
Meet Ever!
Ever is our Tot of the Month!
Ever is a shining presence in our classroom, bringing boundless energy and enthusiasm to each day. Always ready to play, lend a helping hand, and cheer on her classmates, she creates a supportive and joyful environment for everyone around her. Ever especially loves music and spending time with her friends, and she takes pride in helping out during morning meeting. Her kindness and positive spirit make tot-time a warm, welcoming, and truly special place for all.
We are so proud of you, Ever!
TEEN CENTER đ
Meet Marlon and Emily!
We have two teens of the month!
Whether itâs pick-up basketball, volleyball open gym, or one of our pilot programs, Marlon is always among the first to sign up and the first to arriveâbringing a smile and great energy every time. Marlon is friendly, welcoming, and a pleasure to have in our programs. Thanks for choosing to spend your time with us, Marlonâweâre excited to see what you sign up for next!
Emily has been apart of our Teen Programs for years, and embodies our programs completely. Through the years weâve seen Emily grow up, mature, yet always be her funny and vibrant herself. Emily is always the first teen in the door, and usually the last to leave. She is extremely kind to her friends, staff, and others she meets through our programs. Emily: continue to be who you are, and we hope you know how thankful we all our that you are apart of our community!
Congratulations Marlon and Emilyl!
Event Information
Teen Program Membership is AVAILABLE NOW for registration!
Membership is free for Somerville Teens who are in Grades 7-12, and either live in and/or attend a Somerville Public School. Membership registration opens September 1 and runs until August 31, 2026.
Click on the image below for more details on how to register!
New Drop-In Programming Policy
Drop-in access is available only for teens who:
- Are registered for a Teen Program Membership
- Have guardian approval for drop-in participation (selected "YES" during membership registration)
- ** Programs that allow drop-ins will be clearly labeled on the program flyer and MyRec posting, if a program posting includes "separate registration is required" you must register for that individual program**
Need Help Registering?
Contact our Teen Program Coordinator, Brooke, at bmetivier@somervillema.gov!
Include...
- Parent / Guardian Name
- Program or Membership Name
- Teen's First and Last Name
to receive a confirmation email with additional steps.
April 2026 Recap âĒ
Easter Celebrations at Tot-Time đ°
Our Tots hopped around Powderhouse for their Easter Egg Hunt before dancing the day away, sharing Easter stories, and enjoying some sweet treats!
Girls Street Hockey Tournament đ
This year, we hosted our very first Girls Street Hockey Tournament! Participants were split into teams to battle it out and become this years champion! Congratulations to all of our hard-working participants!
B- League Basketball Champions- Aight Pce! đ
April 15, 2026
Congratulations to our 2026 B-League Basketball (back-to-back) Champions, Aight Pce! Beginning playoffs as the second seed, they found victory over the first seed, SC Anchorman.
A- League Basketball Champions- Supreme! đ
April 16, 2026
Congratulations to our 2026 A-League Basketball Champions, Team Supreme! Beginning the playoffs as the fourth seed in the tournament, their shocking playoffs run came with hard work and determination to bring home the trophy.
Reptile Show at our April Vacation Program đĻ
April 21, 2026
April Vacation Program had some four-legged (and even one eight-legged!) friends join them to kick off their April break! Reptiles of New England came to show everyone different kinds of snakes, tarantulas, lizards, and more! We even got to get up close and personal with these slimy creatures- yuck!
April Fun Time Had A Fun Time! đ
April 24, 2026
Somerville Parks and Recreation recognized a growing need for expanded youth programming during February and April school vacations, which led to the launch of our February and April Fun Time programs this year. Following the strong success of February Fun Time, we saw a significant increase in participation during our April session. These programs provided a valuable outlet for youth to burn off school-related stress through our open gym format, while also supporting their social and physical well-being by staying active and connected with friends!
April Vacation Program takes on Chunky's Movie Theater! đĨ
April 24, 2026
Our April Vacation Program ended school break with a field trip to Chunky's Cinema Movie Theater in Manchester, New Hampshire! We watched the new Super Mario Galaxy Movie with pizza, ice cream, and pink lemonade provided by Chunky's! Thank you Chunky's Cinema for the best movie experience!
Adult Zumba Reaches New Milestones! đĒŠ
April 29, 2026
After multiple seasons of hosting Adult Zumba, we have tripled our attendance rates this spring season and filled up the West Somerville Neighborhood School's cafeteria every week! Make sure to look out for more adult exercise classes coming this fall!
Quick Links đ
FAQs â
Who can I contact with more questions?
With further questions or inquiries, especially involving account access, registrations, reservations, and other purchases in the system, please reach out to esaez@somervillema.gov.
Do you supply scholarships or payment plans?
Most Somerville Parks and Recreation programs, classes, and activities require a registration fee to help cover program costs. The city offers waive fees to make these programs available and affordable for all Somerville residents. To read more on eligibility, restrictions, and instructions, please CLICK HERE for a list of our fee waivers provided in multiple languages.
How do I register for an activity?
- Log in to your account. If you do not have one Create a New Account.
- Click on the Register icon at the top your account or click the Register from the navigation bar and select a program of interest.
- Click "Register Now" or "Register (selected member)" next to the desired activity.
- Check the box next to the names of the members you are registering or, when applicable, choose the option that best fits your desired registration for a single member.
- If available and seats are full, check the box next to the names of any members you wish to waitlist.
- Click Check Out to view the cart and items within it.
- Once added to the cart you will get options to "Return to the Program," "Continue Shopping," (if you need to add other items to the cart) or "Check Out" if you are ready to process.
- Click Check Out to review your shopping cart, then Continue to move forward with your order.
- Choose Check Out Online (when available) or Create a Pre-Registration Form (if available) and follow the steps.
Previous Newsletters đ
đ Would you like to learn more about the Parks and Recreation department? Please reach out to us at esaez@somervillema.gov or ParksRec@somervillema.gov!