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Parks and Rec

Staying Connected as a Community During Covid-19

By Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Director of Special Programs | October 30, 2020

The Parks and Recreation Department has continued to offer a variety of new, engaging and fun programs during the fall for families to enjoy after a very busy and enriching summer.

A Quiet Day at the Beach

| August 30, 2020

It was a record-matching 99 degrees at mid-day on Sunday, July 19, and still mighty hot in the late afternoon, when this photo at the north end of Babb’s Beach was taken.

Just Floating

| August 30, 2020

These two friends chatted comfortably as they drifted near the shore at White’s Pond in mid-July.

Many Eggs Survived the Egg Drop by Parks & Rec Campers

By Lester Smith | August 30, 2020

The Observer’s peripatetic photographer happened upon one of the Parks & Rec Department’s summer camps in late July and stayed to watch. This year the summer camps were significantly affected by the required COVID-19 behavior standards.

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Follow Through!

Jen Filer, Recreation and Sports Programmer | April 1, 2020

February concluded our youth basketball season with Suffield Parks and Recreation. As my first season of basketball comes to a close, I am very thankful to be able to have worked with so many dedicated volunteers, staff and coaches.

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Spring into Action with Parks & Rec

Donna Carney- Bastrzycki, Director of Special Programs | March 1, 2020

Spring is finally here and it is a great time to sign up for many new and enriching programs for the whole family. Whether you are looking to get fit, learn a new skill or hobby or just have an enjoyable night out making new friends, we have a program for you!

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Uncover the Beauty Hidden in the Himalayas

Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Director of Special Programs | October 28, 2019

Register for a fun, free Family Night and Community Talk about the amazing Himalayas with the Suffield Parks and Recreation Department and the Kent Memorial Library.

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40th Annual Road Race

Peter LeClerc, Director | October 28, 2019

Suffield Parks and Recreation’s 40th Annual Road Race was held on Saturday, September 7. The weather was ideal for the runners and walkers that helped make this year a success!

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Parks & Recreation Bowling Luau Was a Hit!

Donna Carney-Bastrzycki, Director of Special Programs | June 1, 2019

The highly anticipated season end banquet for the Parks and Recreation Bowling Buddies and Bowling Buddies Jr. Group was held at Sunrise Park on Wednesday, May 15. The Pavilion was transformed into a “Tiki Hut” with our beach themed BBQ and Party.

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Summer Camp Hiring

Pete Leclerc, Donna Carney-Bastrzyki and Pam Cocca | February 1, 2019

The summer, luckily, will be here before we know it and the Parks and Recreation Department is accepting applications and interviewing for several key positions for the summer. Camp Directors, Camp Counselors, Junior Counselors, Certified Water Safety Instructors, Life Guards and Gate Attendant positions are available for qualified candidates.