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Thursday November 20, 2025
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6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
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Thanksgiving Cookie Workshop - Thanksgiving Cookie Class
Get festive (and a little flour-dusted!) this November with a special Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Workshop in partnership with Sweet Emmy’s. In this hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of icing flooding, piping, and layering techniques to create a stunning 8-piece turkey cookie set — perfect for your holiday table or to gift to friends and family. Led by Sweet Emmy’s founder, Emily, this workshop is perfect for beginners and seasoned decorators alike. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with beautifully decorated cookies and new skills to show off at your Thanksgiving feast!
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6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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Great Autumn Puzzle-Off - Fall Puzzle-Off
Fall into fun at Swampscott Rec’s first-ever Puzzle Competition! Gather your team of four and race against the clock to see who can piece it together the fastest. Details:
$35 per team of 4
Includes dinner and drinks to keep you fueled - thank you to Jersey Mikes, Swampscott!
Each team takes home their competition puzzle
Winning team receives a special grand prize!
Plus, join our Puzzle Swap! Bring any puzzle(s) you have at home that you’ve already completed or no longer want, and trade them for something new to enjoy this fall.A perfect night out for friends, families, or puzzle lovers of all ages! Only one member per team needs to register.
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Sunday November 30, 2025
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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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1st Annual Swampscott Festival of Trees Registration - Festival of Trees: Tree/Wreath Registration
First Annual Swampscott Festival of Trees
Help us bring holiday magic to Clarke School! Swampscott Recreation is launching its First Annual Festival of Trees, and we’re inviting local businesses, organizations, families, and community members to participate by donating a decorated holiday tree or wreath. Your creation will be displayed throughout Clarke School for a full week of public viewing and raffled off at the end of the event. This is a wonderful way to showcase your creativity, promote your organization, and help build a festive new community tradition.
What You’ll Provide
A fully decorated holiday tree or wreath
A theme of your choice: fun, festive, creative, cozy, elegant, whimsical… anything goes!
A tag or sign acknowledging your family, business, or group
Important Dates
Set-Up at Clarke School:Sunday, November 30: 12:00–4:00 PM Public Viewing Week: December 1–7 - Daily viewing hours vary; full schedule will be posted. Raffle Pick-Up for Winners: Sunday, December 7, 12:00–1:00 PM
Registration Details
Registration is free, but required so we can plan spacing and logistics. Each registrant will receive set-up instructions and drop-off details before November 30.
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Beaded Snowflake Workshop with EOS Designs - Beaded Snowflake Workshop
Let it sparkle! Join EOS Designs and learn how to use shaped beads and wire forms to create stunning snowflakes perfect for ornaments, window décor, and gifts. With step-by-step guidance, each participant will design and make three snowflakes—small, medium, and large—customized with your favorite colors and patterns. All materials and tools included. Open to kids and adults, ages 8 and up. Parents/guardians accompanying kids must also be registered. No experience or tools needed, we provide everything.You’ll learn:
Simple wire-bending and bead-stringing techniques
Tips for symmetry, patterning, and durable construction
Creative ways to style snowflakes for décor or gifts
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Friday December 5, 2025
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Single Session
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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Saturday December 6, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 2 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-1 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-2 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Inaugural Dreidel Competition - Dreidel Competition
Join Swampscott Recreation and the Lappin Foundation/PJ Library for the inaugural Dreidel Competition! Open to all!Get ready for an evening of Hanukkah fun featuring festive crafts, delicious latkes (potato pancakes), and a lively dreidel spin-off with prizes for the top winners! We’ll also enjoy a Hanukkah story and explore the holiday’s rich traditions together.The evening will close with a short, meditative Havdalah (separation) service, a beautiful ritual marking the transition from one week to the next week, a moment to reflect, reset, and set intentions for the days ahead.Come celebrate community, light, and laughter as we spin our way into Hanukkah!
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Friday December 12, 2025
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Single Session
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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Saturday December 13, 2025
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 2 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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8:30 AM - 9:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-1 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Elf Workshop - Elf Workshop
Get your elf ready for the holidays! In this creative, hands-on workshop, kids will design and make accessories for their very own Elf on the Shelf (or any holiday helper they have at home). Using festive fabrics, trims, and lots of imagination, participants will sew, glue, and decorate custom elf accessories. Perfect for ages 6 and up, this workshop encourages creativity and holiday spirit, plus every child goes home with their own handmade elf accessories!
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9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops K-2 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 3 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Girls
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
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Big Blue Hoops Winter - Big Blue Hoops Grade 4-5 Boys
Join us for our exciting winter season of Big Blue Hoops at Swampscott Middle School! Coaches Balliro, Leonard, and Moran will lead the program alongside SHS players, bringing their skills and energy to the court.This year’s registration fee includes a reversible team jersey and a basketball.Program Details:
Kindergarten–2nd Grade: Skills and drills on Saturdays only.
Grades 3–5: Practice on Thursdays (at Clarke School) and games on Saturdays
Please note: Times for Grades 3–5 may vary slightly based on registration numbers and game schedules.
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Friday December 19, 2025
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Series with Cara Gilman - Holiday Hustle Reset Yoga Single Session
The holidays are coming, and so is your reminder to prioritize YOU.Join us for a high-energy yoga series designed for those who are ready to move, sweat, and reconnect with their strength. Through upbeat, flow-based classes, you’ll release stress, boost your energy, and rediscover how powerful it feels to move for you.This isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence, confidence, and self-love through movement. Step onto your mat, shake off the holiday chaos, and rediscover how strong, grounded, and vibrant you truly are.Expect strong, empowering sequences and a supportive, upbeat vibe that leaves you feeling refreshed, confident, and centered, ready to take on the season with calm and clarity.
You’ll leave each class feeling:
Stronger in your body
Calmer in your mind
More connected to yourself
This is your space to sweat, smile, and shine through the season.
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