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Friday December 5, 2025
2:15 PM - 4:00 PM	Sandy's Scribblers - Sandy's Scribblers In Sandy's Scribblers, young artists fill follow along with step by step drawing videos to turn simple shapes into amazing pictures!  From animals to silly characters to colorful scenes, young artists will learn how to make their drawings come to life while building confidence and creativity.  All it takes is a pencil, some paper, and a BIG imagination!!Grades: PreK thru 2nd GradesTime: After-school until 4:00pmLocation: Jameson ElementaryDates: Fridays; Nov. 7th, Nov. 14th, Nov. 21st, and Dec. 5th.Price: $20Please contact Cat Skeen with any questions: CSkeen@oobmaine.com

Monday December 8, 2025
2:15 PM - 6:30 PM	Little Threads Sewing Studio Workshop - Little Threads Sewing Studio Workshop Join us for a 4-week sewing workshop with Little Threads Sewing Studio, where big imaginations meet tiny stitches!  Kids will learn the art of sewing in a fun and safe, hands-on environment.  From threading needles to creating one-of-a-kind projects, this weekly workshop will help makers of all levels build their skills, spark creativity, and walk away with something they're proud of--stitch by stitch!Grades: 3rd thru 5th GradesTime: After school until 6:00pm--pick-up at 6:30pmDates: Mondays; Nov. 24th, Dec. 1st, Dec. 8th, and Dec. 15th.Price: $100; includes transportation, instructor fee, all materialsFor more info, please contact Cat Skeen at CSkeen@oobmaine.com

Tuesday December 9, 2025
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Kids Art Workshop with Coastal Craft Workshop - Kids Art Workshop with Coastal Craft Workshop We are having a 2-day kids art workshop with the help of our friends at the Coastal Craft Workshop, located right here in OOB!We will dive into our creativity by making something truly special and one of a kind!  Using our hands and treasures collected from our very own beach, we will turn our simple finds into beautiful works of art.  A little sand, shells, and imagination go a long way!Grades: 3rd-5thDates: Tuesday, December 9th and Thursday, December 11thTime: After school until 4:00pmLocation: The Rec Offices at The BallparkPrice: $30For more information, please contact Cat Skeen at CSkeen@oobmaine.com
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM	50+ Club - Local Holiday Light Cruise & Hot Cocoa The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Wednesday December 10, 2025
11:15 AM - 3:30 PM	Early Release Care - December Early Release Program--Cookie Decorating, PJ/Holiday Movie Day Early Release Trip ProgramsMake the most of those early release school days with our fun and engaging Early Release Care programs!  On scheduled early release days, we'll head out for an afternoon adventure or stick around and enjoy a fun activity.  These trips and activities may include bowling, museums, arcades, movie theaters, farms, ice cream parties, a visit from MAD science, and more!Participants will be transported via bus from their school to the trip destination or walk down to the activity location with recreation staff.  Each program is supervised by our trained recreation staff members to ensure a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone.  Space is limited--these tend to fill up quickly, so be sure to register early!Trip/activity calendar will be released soon and updated here as soon as it is finalized.Grades: Pre-K through 5th GradesTime: School Dismissal until 3:30pm  (your child can go to Gull Care for the remainder of the day, for an an additional fee)Transportation: IncludedPrice: $40 per trip/activity

Thursday December 11, 2025
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM	Kids Art Workshop with Coastal Craft Workshop - Kids Art Workshop with Coastal Craft Workshop We are having a 2-day kids art workshop with the help of our friends at the Coastal Craft Workshop, located right here in OOB!We will dive into our creativity by making something truly special and one of a kind!  Using our hands and treasures collected from our very own beach, we will turn our simple finds into beautiful works of art.  A little sand, shells, and imagination go a long way!Grades: 3rd-5thDates: Tuesday, December 9th and Thursday, December 11thTime: After school until 4:00pmLocation: The Rec Offices at The BallparkPrice: $30For more information, please contact Cat Skeen at CSkeen@oobmaine.com
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM	50+ Club - Taste the World Mystery Dinner: Vietnamese The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Friday December 12, 2025
11:30 AM - 2:15 PM	50+ Club - Holiday Wreath Decorating Workshop The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Saturday December 13, 2025
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM	Swiftie Showgirl Birthday Bash - Swiftie Showgirl Birthday Bash You're invited to a Swiftie Showgirl Birthday Bash (OOB Rec's Version)! Come celebrate the release of the newest album and Taylor's birthday in true Swiftie style!  It's time to shake it off, make enchanting friendship bracelets, and get caught having too much fun!  There will be snacks and drinks and too much fun!Date: Saturday, December 13th, 2025Location: The Ballpark in OOBTime: 1pm-3pmPrice: $35 For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Cat Skeen at cskeen@oobmaine.com

Sunday December 14, 2025
10:15 AM - 5:00 PM	50+ Club - Don Campbell Holiday Show The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Monday December 15, 2025
2:15 PM - 6:30 PM	Little Threads Sewing Studio Workshop - Little Threads Sewing Studio Workshop Join us for a 4-week sewing workshop with Little Threads Sewing Studio, where big imaginations meet tiny stitches!  Kids will learn the art of sewing in a fun and safe, hands-on environment.  From threading needles to creating one-of-a-kind projects, this weekly workshop will help makers of all levels build their skills, spark creativity, and walk away with something they're proud of--stitch by stitch!Grades: 3rd thru 5th GradesTime: After school until 6:00pm--pick-up at 6:30pmDates: Mondays; Nov. 24th, Dec. 1st, Dec. 8th, and Dec. 15th.Price: $100; includes transportation, instructor fee, all materialsFor more info, please contact Cat Skeen at CSkeen@oobmaine.com

Tuesday December 16, 2025
8:45 AM - 2:15 PM	50+ Club - A Victorian Nutcracker The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Thursday December 18, 2025
3:45 PM - 10:30 PM	50+ Club - Elf the Musical at The Seacoast Rep The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Friday December 19, 2025
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM	50+ Club - Ugly Sweater Party, Holiday Treat & Gift Exchange The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM	Kids Nights Out Trips - December Kids Night Out-Color Me Mine

Monday December 22, 2025
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM	Safe Sitter--Introduction to Babysitting Course - Session 1: Safe Sitter Essentials Safe Sitter CourseGive your child the skills and confidence they need to stay safe, handle emergencies, and be responsible when caring for younger children.  Our Safe Sitter Course is a nationally recognized program designed to teach students in grades 6th and up how to be safe at home alone, with younger siblings, and while babysitting.This fun, hands-on class is taught by certified instructors and includes interactive lessons, practice scenarios, and essential safety information every young sitter should know.Participants Will Learn: Safety skills for staying home along or supervising younger children First aid and injury prevention How to recognize and respond to emergencies Basic CPR and choking rescue techniques Childcare essentials, including feeding, diapering, and behavior management How to run a safe and successful babysitting business Who Can Attend:Students in grades 6th and up(No prior experience needed!)What To Bring:A water bottle, lunch and/or snack, and a positive attitude!Each session will break for a 30 min lunch.Why Take a Safe Sitter Course?Safe Sitter graduates leave feeling empowered, capable, and confident.  And parents feel better knowing their sitter has real training and practical safety skills.  It's a great introduction to responsibility, leadership, and independence.Session InformationWe are offering 3 different Safe Sitter sessions. Each session is a 1-day course, from 9:00am until 3:30pm at The Ballpark in Old Orchard Beach.  The price is $45.The course will be offered on Monday, December 22nd, 2025, Saturday, January 10th, 2026, and Saturday, February 21st, 2026.  Each session has a maximum of 8 seats, so be sure to register soon to ensure your spot!Please fill out and email the registration form (located under the FORMS section of this program) at time of payment to Cat Skeen at cskeen@oobmaine.com This form is mandatory for your child's participation in this course.

Tuesday December 30, 2025
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM	50+ Club - New Years Super BINGO at The Portland Elks The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!

Friday January 2, 2026
10:45 AM - 1:15 PM	50+ Club - National Buffet Day The Old Orchard Beach Recreation 50+ Club is an exciting way to be connected with many wonderful and active adult within our community and surrounding areas.  For $10 per calendar year, you will get discounted rates on trips and events, as well as preferred registration.  All memberships are from January 1st-December 31st, regardless of registration date.Registration: Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for all programs.  You can register at our office or online.  Non-members can register at an additional $5 per program.Refunds: If we cancel a program, all fees will be returned to your account as an account credit.  If you withdraw 1 week prior to the trip, you will be credited the full amount, unless it is a contracted or ticketed program.  If you cancel within 1 week to the trip, you will receive a full account credit IF we are able to fill your seat with someone else.Program Locations: Unless otherwise noted, all programs and trips take place at and/or depart from the Recreation Office at The Ballpark.Don't wait to register!  Many trips are limited to only 12 participants and some have a minimum requirement to run.  If a program is full, don't dismay!  You can join the wait list and we will do our best to get you in.  If enough participants are on the wait list, we might be able to arrange for a bigger bus or a second trip at a future date!