Play Park

Overview

Dickinson Parks and Recreation along with the Optimist Club gives children the opportunity to have a structured fun filled morning at the park. Weekly themes and activities are planned by the staff providing for fun times all summer long. Enjoy free time on the play equipment, crafts, songs, and games are all part of this supervised Play Park program. Children must bring a water bottle and snack. Tennis shoes and comfortable clothing adaptable for weather is required.

2024 SESSIONS

Session 3: July 8-18

WEEK 1 - SPACE
Tie Dye Coffee Filter Planets
Splatter Art with Fly Swatters
Texture Aliens
Galaxy Oil Pastels
WEEK 2 - CAMPING
Campfire Splatter Art
Fireflies/Lightning Bugs
Fuzzy Bear
S'more Art

Session 4: July 22-Aug 1

WEEK 1: FAIRY TALES
Bubble Wrap Dragons
Fairy Tale Castles
Mixed Up Animals
Frog Prince/Princess
WEEK 2: Superheroes
Shields
Design a Hero
Superhero Bookmarks
Superhero Masks

REQUIREMENTS

Children must bring a water bottle and snack each day.
Tennis shoes and comfortable clothing (adaptable to weather) are required.
Must be age 4 by end of session date.

Quick Info

Age 4-7
Time 9:30 am-12 pm
Days Mon-Thu
Fee $45/session
Location Optimist Park

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