Somerville Parks and Recreation
Monthly Newsletter- AUGUST
Welcome to our OCTOBER 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...
🌞 View our Fall Guide
💻 Visit the official Somerville Parks and Recreation Page
🏨 Stop in our office at 167 Holland St. Somerville, MA 02144
📥 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.
September Programming
Includes a Fee
- 9/29: Back to Basics Basketball
- 10/4: Sprout Sports
- 10/7: Babysitting Program
- 10/12: Tot Soccer
- 10/15: Tennis Clinic
Free Programs
- 10/2: Teen Art Lounge
- 10/2: Teen Pick-Up Basketball Open Gym
- 10/3: Adaptive Friday Night Out
- 10/4: Adaptive Sports Clinic
- 10/6: Girls Flag Football Skills and Drills
- 10/6: Girls Street Hockey
- 10/8: Open Gym and Play
- 10/15: Teen Volunteer Program
- 10/18: Intramural Volleyball
- 10/30: Teen Volleyball Open Gym
Programs Ending in September
- Over 35 Pick-Up Basketball (TUES until 10/21)
- Water Fitness (MW until 10/22)
- Teen Art Lounge (THURS until 10/23)
- Teen Pick Up Basketball Open Gym (THURS until 10/23)
- Golf Clinic (SAT until 10/25)
- Babysitting Program (TUES until 10/28)
- Intramural Flag Football (TU/THURS until 10/30)
- VOLO Volleyball Clinic (FRI until 10/31)
September Sports Updates
Who would you like to see win the Kickball Championship?
Upcoming Events
Event Information
Event Information
An event for females and non-males to try out different sports like soccer, basketball, volleyball, and more! Mentored by the Somerville High School teams, this event celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day to emphasize the importance of community, sportsmanship, advocacy efforts, and opportunity within female fields.
Event Information
KIDDIE CORNER
Tot of the Month!
Welcome Hucksley! Also known as Huck, he loves reading, dancing, and sandwiches! He has been nominated as our Tot of the Month for his listening skills and proficiency with his ABCs! He volunteers in class and is always willing to lend a helping hand.
TEEN CORNER
Teen Program Membership is OUT 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.
September 2025 News
Fall Festival 2025! 🎆
Senior Picnic 🍉
Introducing Boys Flag Football 🏈
Quick Links
FAQs
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.