Youth Programs
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The Thompson Recreation Department offers the town's youth a variety of programs and activities. We invite you to join us for some great acclivities and some FUN!!
Please scroll through all of the programs that we offer.
financial assistance information
Financial Assistance is available for most youth programs. Application is available here or in our office at Town Hall.
Financial Aid packet
Adventure SUMMER camp
Eight weeks of summer fun - a day camp for ages 5-13 held at Quaddick State Park. June 28 - August 20, 2010. Activities include crafts, sports, nature, field trips, games swimming, specials, and weekly themes. Open to resident of all towns. Before and after care is also available. Transportation provided within Thompson. Register by pre-pay 50 % by June 11 to save money! New this year: 10% discount for each child in a family after the 2nd child registered.
Program information and registration
Medical Authorization Form (required for all medication - over the counter and prescribed)
Emergency Treatment form (required for Epi-pen use)
Epi-pen, inhaler, medication use forms
These forms are required if you child uses an epi-pen or inhaler, as well as for over-the-counter or prescribed medication.
Medication Authorization Form
(for epi-pen, inhaler, over the counter and prescribed medications)
Emergency Treatment form (for Epi pen use)
basketbaLL CAMP BEGINS j
Learn the fundamentals and more in a non-competetive environment. This co-ed camp is open to ages 7 - 17.
 Program Complete
Bicycle Rodeo june 5
Bicycle Rodeo is for wonderful event for boys and girls between the ages of 5 and 14. There will be a bicycle inspection and adjustment session as well as an obstacle course! Prizes and ribbons will be awarded.
Program Complete
community DRAMA club begins june 29
Drama! Music! Improv! Have fun exploring theatre and working on your acting skills through songs, skits, games and improvisation.
Program cancelled
fishing derby and field day june 6
Enjoy a day of fun fishing, archery, fly-tying and more.
Program Complete
golf begins july 19
These clinics include instruction, competitive games and course play for ages 7 - 17.
Program Complete
hoop dance begins june 7
Join Judi Jones for 6 great evenings of fun and fitness as you shake and move to music with hula hoops. Everyone can do it...special weighted hoops make it easy. No experience necessary.
Program Complete
lego camp begins August 2
Explore the engineering possibilities LEGO Systems and more than 100,000 pieces. Build bridges, cities, motorized vehicles and more.
Program information and registration form
mad science: secret agent lab begins july 19
Develop your secret agent and deteective skills in this super week of science fun.
Cancelled
music Around the world begins June 30
Your child will take an imaginary trip exploring exotic cultures through music, crafts, dance and food.
Cancelled
the nature of art/art through nature summer arts begins july 6
Discover the art of nature in this fun, hands-on creative program.
Program information and registration form
recycled regatta JUNE 13
Make a small sailboat out of recycled materials to sail down the French River. Prizes for best use of recycled materials, most creative and most durable.
Program Complete
tennis begins july 6
Learn to play or pick up tips to improve your game in these lessons for ages 6-15.
Program Complete
Purely Recreation after school program available up to last day of school
An after school care program designed for children in grades K-8th. The curriculum includes outside play, gym activities, science fun, arts and crafts, half day field trips and special events.
- Registration Form August-November
Hospital Medical Information Form
Authorization for Release of Child Form
The forms below must be completed for all over-the-counter or prescribed medications and for use of epi-pen.
Medication Authorization Form
(for over the counter and prescribed medications)
Epi-pen Authorization form
Youth Golf clinic
During spring vacation, from April 12 - 15, join David Hall, PGA Professional for golf instruction at Raceway Golf Course.
Spring Program complete
Dodgeball tournament
Back by popular demand! Gather your friends, form a team and play!
2010 Program complete
Half day programs april
Join us for fun programs and field trips on the Thompson Public School Parent Teacher Conference Half Days
Date to be announced
Medication Authorization Form (for prescribed inhalers and medications and over-the counter meds)
Emergency Treatment Form (for Epi-pen users)
Intro to Swim & gymnastics (18 mos - 36 mos)
Program complete
Pre-K gymnastics & swim (ages 3-5)
Program complete
Swim gym (Gr. K-4)
This after-school program for K-4 is held on Thursdays at Koinonia School of Sports in Thompson. Kids get to swim in a heated pool and play gym games.
Program information and registration form
Sandi's side of Art may
This monthly arts and crafts class is held afterschool in the Mary R. Fisher Elementary Art Room. The program is designed for students in grades K-4th.
Program information and registration form
Babysitter Training Course
Every parent wants a responsible babysitter! The American Red Cross Babysitter Training Program will help potential babysitters by providing them with some of the skills that this type of service requires. This hands-on, interactive course will get you prepared!
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October 2010 Information and registration form
ZOME Construction fun (similar to Legos and K'nex)
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- Program information and registration form
wins4life basketball clinic FEb Vacation
Join us for this amazing youth basketball clinic which provides individual and team skill development through games, competition and lots of fun. Open to all students in grades 3 through 8.
February vacation Fun
Join us or some fun activities during your February vacation. Two programs to choose from - Monster Art or Scrapbooking.
Jump rope for heart
This year's jump rope for heart will be Friday February 5 in the MRFES gym immediately after school. The event is for K-4th graders. Join us in this fun event to raise money for the American Heart Association. The snow date is Feb. 26.
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2010 Program complete
- Please note: an additional form is required for this program - the pledge form. These are available in our office at Town Hall or in the MRFES Office.
cupid's valentine workshop
Join us as we create 2 special gifts to give to family or friends. The snow date is Feb. 9.
Program complete
Mad Science
Join us for Detective Science, Earthworks, Kitchen Chemistry, Movie Effects and more!
Program information and registration form
Pottery
>AFTER-SCHOOL POTTERY <<
Have fun with these pottery classes, making Valentine boxes, piggy (or kitty or doggy) banks and swirly bowls.
Program Complete
Karate
These after school classes are open to K-6th graders and teaches them to have respect, self control, discipline and to work toward increased athletic ability through the art of Karate.
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Program information and registration form
december Vacation Fun
Join us for some vacation fun, with our Stuff & Fluff Plush Animal Workshop and our T-shirt Art Workshop.
2009 Program Complete
Santa's workshop
Join Santa's helpers for this fun workshop to make three gifts for you family or friends. The projects include all materials, wrapping and gift cards so they can be brought home ready to give.
2009 Program complete
Beading & Jewelry making
Have some fun creating a complete jewelry set (necklace, bracelet & earrings for yourself or to give as a gift.
Program complete
Father/daughter dance
This year's father/daughter dance is a "Snow Princess Ball". It is for girls in grades K-4th and their dads or other special man in their lives. Great dance music! Musical Games! Tasty snacks! Craft! Party favors! There is limited space so register early! For Thomson residents only.
2009 Program complete
Youth Ski at Mount Wachusett
This six week ski program is open to students in grades 5-12. Students ski afterschool once per week beginning Monday, January 4, 2010. Applications are available in the Recreation office, Town Hall, and school offices. Registration deadline is November 18, 2009.
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2009-10 Program cancelled
Youth Basketball
>> WINTER BASKETBALL <<
 Thompson Youth Basketball is open to ages 6-14. Participants cannot attend high school.
It is an instructional league with an emphasis on the social, physical, and emotional development of each player. The program begins with the player evaluations in November and practice and games begin the beginning of December. Mandatory player session on Nov. 19, 2009 (date was changed from Nov. 17 due to schedule conflict.). Coaches and Assistant Coaches needed.
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2009-10 Program information and registration form
Coaches' Clinic - November 20, 2009
dulcimer music program
Make your own dulcimer and learn to play it.
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Co-sponsored with Thompson Raceway Golf Course for ages 7-17. The camp will include one hour of instruction each evening including competitive games and course play. Golf Pro, Dave Hall will teach the camp in a fun and positive way.
