Summer Camps - Home - City of Bridgeport, WV
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Summer Camps - Home - City of Bridgeport, WV
Summer Camps: Xtreme Science Camps Bridgeport Soccer Camp UK Elite Soccer School Young Chefs Summer Camp Let’s Paint Kids! Summer Camp Little Explorers Summer Camp April 2016 SUN 3 10 MON TUE 4 5 Spring Kids Tennis Karate 11 12 WED 6 THUR FRI 7 1 2 8 9 15 16 Karate Ends 13 14 Pool Registration Begins, 8:00am at the Benedum Civic Center Spring Kids Tennis Karate Begins Little Explorers Begins Karate Little Explorers Begins Little Explorers Begins Little Explorers Begins 17 24 18 19 20 21 Spring Kids Tennis Little Explorers Karate Little Explorers Little Explorers Karate Little Explorers 25 26 27 28 Spring Kids Tennis Little Explorers Karate Little Explorers Karate Little Explorers Stamp Camp Little Explorers YOUNG CHEFS SUMMER CAMP Campers will learn basic techniques of old fashioned, made from scratch dessert recipes in a fun, hands-on interactive learning environment. Young chefs will be measuring, mixing, rolling and baking with their own ingredients. Campers will learn to make homemade from scratch, yeast dough Cinnamon Rolls, Pie dough, Cake baking and decorating. Table setting and table etiquette will also be covered. On the nal day, young chefs will enjoy an Afternoon Tea with one invited guest per camper. A presentation of sandwiches, cookies, tea cakes and pastries will be prepared by the young chefs and enjoyed at the afternoon tea. Open to children entering grades 2nd-6th. June 14-17 10:00am-1:00pm $125 per chlild Instructor: Brenda Smith Maximum of 16 campers accepted. Summer Camps XTREME SCIENCE CAMPS This hands-on program will feature week long camps, each exploring a different topic. Participants will be exposed to science through experiments, observation, and inquiry techniques. Children will learn to think like scientists! They will gain an understanding of the scientic method and develop an appreciation of science. June 20-24: What’s STEM Got to Do With It? July 11-15: Flight School 9:00am - 12:00pm $100/session Open to all children ENTERING 2nd-6th grades. Max enrollment of 50. Instructed by Kay Burnette, Kellee Shuttleworth and Candy Belcastro. LITTLE EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMP Our summer camp is full of fun with hands on science activities to intrigue young minds. Children will be completeing activites with a parent/guardian during our one hour class each day for four days. Open to children ages 3-7 Instructor: Anita Jesmer June 13-16 Reptiles and Amphibians July 18-21 Insects and Bugs Morning classes: 10:00 am- 11:00 am Evening classes: 6:00 pm -7:00 pm $30 per session Maximum 10 campers per session BRIDGEPORT SOCCER CAMP This camp will allow area youth to develop basic skills in a fun and active environment. All students will learn individual skills and the application of these skills to group techniques. Instruction will include dribbling, heading, passing, shooting and trapping the ball, plus goal keeping, strategy and positioning tactics. Children ages 5-14 are eligible. Instructor: John Reese, BHS Coach and others July 11-14, 2016 Bridgeport City Park 6:00pm-8:00pm Ages 8 & under, Ages 12 & under, Ages 14 & under $60 per participant LET’S PAINT KIDS! SUMMER CAMP Our week long summer art camp is 4 fun lled days that promote creativity while learning basic crafting and painting techniques in a fun relaxed environment. Each week is uniquely centered around fun and exciting themes. Activities for campers will include acrylic painting and craft projects on various mediums, canvas, wood, slate, or glass. A snack will be provided daily. The last day of each camp will feature an “Art Exhibition” where campers will showcase and reveal their art projects to their family. 10:00am-1:00pm $125/session Open to all children Entering 2nd grade and up. Instructed by Brenda Smith July 19-22 Minions theme SAT U.K. ELITE SOCCER ADVANCED PLAYER PROGRAM “Serious Training for the Serious Player” U.K. Elite Soccer Schools are designed to take players 10-18 to the next level of skill. Our Schools prepare individual players for more advanced technical skills and an understanding of individual and group tactics. Our dynamic coaching methods, taken from around the world, will ensure every player makes signicant improvements during the week. Perfect prep program for travel, Middle and High School players. July 18-22, 2016, Bridgeport City Park 1/2 day and Full Day Options Register online at: www.ukelite.com 22 23 Swim Team Sign Ups 29 30 Swim Team Sign Ups USTA Tennis Programs with certied USTA Instructors For more information on any of our Tennis Programs, please email Tennis Director Kyle Hoffman at: [email protected] PRIVATE LESSONS WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE. SPRING KIDS TENNIS What: Youth tennis classes for kids ages 4-14. Teaching the fundamentals and basics of tennis for beginner and intermediate levels. Spring camp dates are every Monday in April (4, 11, 18, 25). Where: Bridgeport City Park Courts (by pool) When: 4-7 year olds from 4:30-5:30, 8-10 year olds from 5:30-6:30, and 11-14 year olds from 6:30-7:30. Cost: $35 Questions: Contact Austyn Williams at [email protected] SUMMER YOUTH TENNIS What is Youth Tennis? Youth Tennis formats make it easier for kids to learn the game of tennis. Reconguring the court size, lowering the ball compression, and making racquets that t smaller hands, kids are now able to develop their swing patterns naturally and not forced to play with adult size equipment. *New Class Structure*- To help maximize your child’s skill development, we will be dividing kids up who are returning students to continue their development. Times will be the same, but as they get better we will have more development tasks for them to achieve. Also, note the slight price increase under cost. Where: Courts by pool (subject to change if Deagan Lake courts open) Cost? $25 total per child for each week session or $40 per two weeks. If your child is returning for their 3rd session or more they will be put into the Red Ball 2, Orange Ball 2, or Yellow Ball Class. Cost will be $30 for one week or $50 for two weeks. Dates: June 15-17, 22-24; July 13-15, 20-22, August 3-5, 1012 Red Ball 1 (Beginner) 4-7 year olds from 4:30-5:30 Red Ball 2 (Intermediate) 4-7 year olds from 4:30-5:30 Orange Ball 1 (Beginner) 8-10 year olds from 5:30-6:30 Orange Ball 2 (Intermediate) 8-10 year olds from 5:30-6:30 Green Dot Ball (Beginner) 11-14 year olds from 6:30-7:30 Yellow Ball (Intermediate 11-14 year olds from 6:30-7:30 May 2016 SUN 1 MON 2 Pool Pass Pictures Begin Little Explorers Ends TUE WED THUR 3 4 5 Karate Little Explorers Ends Little Explorers Ends Karate Little Explorers Ends FRI 6 DNR HUNTERS SAFETY COURSE 8 9 10 15 16 22 7 SCOTTISH FESTIVAL 12 11 13 14 20 21 Karate Karate Hotsinpiller Spaghetti Dinner 11:00am-4:00pm SAT 17 18 19 Karate Karate KIDS DAY City Park 6-8pm 23 25 24 26 Karate 27 28 POOL OPENS 12 pm Free Admission Karate Ends Stamp Camp 29 30 31 Karate Begins Memorial Day City Ofces Closed POOL INFORMATION ►ATTENTION◄ Registration for Pool Passes, Swimming Lessons, and Pool Party Rentals will begin at 8:00am, Saturday, April 16, 2016. No calls or visits will be taken prior to this date. Swimming lesson registration is on a FIRST-PAID-BASIS. There will be no swimming lesson registration by phone. Pool pass pictures will be taken in the Benedum Civic Center ofce beginning Monday May 2, 2016. Pool Info Now on the Web!! Pool Pass Pictures Visit: www.bridgeportwv.com/parksandrec/ pool_information.cfm for information on: Swim Lesson Descriptions and Pool Pass Picture Schedules Pool Policies There will be FREE SWIMMING to all on opening day, Saturday, May 28, beginning at 12:00 pm. The pool will then open the following Sunday, May 29 from 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm and Monday, May 30 from Noon to 6:00pm, for public swimming, according to regular admission and pass fees. Thereafter, the pool will be open only on weekends until the local schools recess in June, for summer vacation. A weekly pool operating and activity schedule will be posted on the bulletin board at the pool’s admission window. Swim meets and practices, pool rentals, programs, etc. may require the closing of the pool to the general public at selected times. Any activities deviating from the posted schedule will be listed prior to the event. Children under the age of 2 will be admitted to the pool free only if they are accompanied by someone 16 or older. Children using the wading pool must be accompanied by someone 16 or older at all times. Closing the deep end of the pool due to clouding is normal operating procedure as some oils do not dissipate in water. Please shower before entering the pool. The pool will close for the summer at the end of the day’s activities on Labor Day, September 5th. Hours may be modied at the beginning and end of each summer due to high school and college schedules and the availability of lifeguards. Children ages 11 & under must be accompanied by a responsible parent or guardian age 16 or older. Patrons purchasing a Bridgeport Pool Season Pass will be required to have their picture taken during one of the designated times established by the Parks and Recreation Department. Pictures will be taken in the Main Ofce in the Benedum Civic Center. Please refer to the schedule posted in the ofce or at www.bridgeportwv.com for a complete listing of dates and times that pool pass pictures will be taken. Season Pass Rates Class Resident NonResident Senior Citizen 3-11yrs. 12 & Up Family of 2 Family of 4 or Less Family of 5 Family of 6 & Up $85 $90 $100 $110 $125 $135 $145 DISCOUNT TICKETS $95 $100 $115 $120 $140 $150 $160 *purchase at pool gate* (15% discount from gate price) Child Tickets (3-11yrs.) Adult Tickets (12 & Up) 10 visits 20 visits 10 visits 20 visits $29.75 $59.50 $38.25 $76.50 Admission & Season Passes To purchase a pass, complete a form and return it to the Civic Center Ofce. Make all checks payable to the CITY OF BRIDGEPORT. A photo ID card is issued to all season pass holders and must be presented to gain entrance to the pool without having to pay admission. Card holders are responsible for maintaining possession of their cards at all times while in the pool area. A $5.00 fee is charged to replace any card that is lost or destroyed. ONLY THOSE PERSONS PERMANENTLY LIVING IN THE SAME RESIDENCE (same tax return) MAY BE INCLUDED IN A FAMILY SEASON PASS. Full-time babysitters with proof of employment can be added to their employers pass for an additional $30.00. Sitters may only use this pass when with the children they sit for. Those able to use the pool for only part of the summer or on an infrequent basis may purchase DISCOUNT TICKETS (instead of a pass) at the pool. GENERAL ADMISSION** Infant (2 & Under) Child (3 to 11 years) Adult (12 & Up) Seniors (55 & Over) Family Night (all ages) Free $3.50 $4.50 $3.50 $3.00 **If management deems the maximum capacity of the pool has been reached, we reserve the right to close admissions and restrict access until crowd conditions reach acceptable levels. June 2016 SUN MON TUE WED THUR 1 FRI SAT 3 2 4 Karate 5 8 7 6 10 9 11 Karate Movie in the Park: Minions City Park at dusk DEREK HOTSINPILLER FALLEN STARS 5K RUN/WALK BHS TRACK 17 18 YOUTH TENNIS YOUNG CHEFS CAMP 24 23 25 Karate 12 Fishing Tournament 13 14 15 16 Swim Lesson Session 1 Begins Karate Water Aerobics Karate LITTLE EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMP 19 20 21 22 Aqua Zumba Begins Karate Aqua Zumba Swim Lesson Session 1 Ends Karate West Virginia Day City Ofces Closed YOUTH TENNIS XTREME SCIENCE CAMP - “WHATS STEM GOT TO DO WITH IT” 30 29 28 26 27 Benedum Festival Pageant Aqua Zumba Swim Lesson Session 2 Begins Karate SWIMMING LESSONS MORNING CLASSES Tad Poles: 2 weeks 6/class Monday-Friday June 13-June 24 June 27-July 8 July 11-July 22 $40 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am Minnow: 2 weeks 10/class Monday-Friday June 13-June 24 June 27-July 8 July 11-July 22 $40 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am Sharks: 2 weeks 8/class Monday-Friday June 13-June 24 June 27-July 8 July 11-July 22 $40 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am Monday-Friday June 13-June 24 June 27-July 8 July 11-July 22 $40 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am EVENING CLASSES Karate Aqua Zumba POOL INFORMATION Children must be 4 years or older for Beginner swim lessons. Ages 3 and under are eligible for the Parent/Child class. All class numbers are limited, and registration will be taken on a rst paid basis beginning Saturday, April 16 at 8:00am. NO calls or registration will be taken prior to this date. AQUA ZUMBA + AQUA STRENGTH Instructed by Mary Ann Renzelli and Cynthia Campbell Try this low-impact workout this summer Monday and Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm Session 1: June 20-July 13 Session 2: July 25-August 17 Summer Special: Both Sessions: 4wks 4wks $55 $55 $100 JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM Ages 11-14 can participate in this pre-lifeguard training. They will be exposed to life guarding techniques, swimming Tadpoles: 2 weeks 6/class Mon, Wed-Fri, Sat am $40 June 13-June 25 6:15-7:00pm (10-10:45am Sat.) Minnows: 2 weeks 10/class Mon, Wed-Fri, Sat am June 13-June 25 Jellysh: 2 weeks 8/class $40 6:15-7:00pm (10-10:45am Sat.) Mon, Wed-Fri, Sat am $40 June 27-July 9 6:15-7:00pm (10-10:45am Sat.) PARENT CHILD CLASSES Evening Parent Child Mon, Wed-Fri, Sat am $30 2 weeks July 11-July 23 6:15-7:00pm 12 parent/child couples per class (10-10:45am Sat.) Benedum Festival Pageant Stamp Camp Visit www.bridgeportwv.com/parksandrec/pool_ information.cfm for specic Swim Lesson Descriptions Jellysh: 2 weeks 10/class Arts Council Sound Waves & IPAs skills, pool operations, pool chemicals and chemistry, public relations, problem solving and interviewing and Swim Lesson Registration Begins: Saturday April 16 PUBLIC SWIMMING HOURS Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: Thursday: Friday: 12:00pm-6:00pm 12:00pm-6:00pm* 12:00pm-6:00pm 12:00pm-6:00pm 12:00pm-6:00pm 12:00pm-6:00pm 12:30pm-6:00pm FAMILY SWIM NIGHTS 7:00pm-9:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm LAP SWIM Tuesdays & Thursdays 10:00am-11:00am $2 per session SWIM TEAM Practice: Monday-Thursday 7:30am-10:00am Home Meets: 6:00pm on some Tuesdays* *Pool will close at 5:00pm POOL RENTALS Held on Saturday and Sunday evenings from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. $205 includes lifeguards. Call 842-8240 for more information. nding jobs. (Note: this is not a certication class) Class is limited to ten participants. July 18-20 Monday-Wednesday 9:30 - 11:00 am $25/person BRIDGEPORT WILDCATTERS SWIM TEAM Interested parties ages 4-18 can sign up for this healthful and fun sport. Registration will be held at the Benedum Civic Center on Saturday April 23 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm or Saturday April 30 from 1:00 pm-3:00 pm. After April 30, registration forms will be available at the Benedum Civic Center. BIRTHDAY PARTY AT THE POOL!! Need an exciting venue for your child’s birthday party this summer. The Boy Scout Room located at the Bridgeport Pool is available for private rentals during Family Night swims on Thursday and Friday evenings. The room rental fee is $45 + tax. You simply pay the $3.00 admission at the gate for every person attending. You are provided a private room with tables and chairs that opens to the pool and spray ground for your child’s party. Call 842-8240 for reservation information. July 2016 SUN 3 MON TUE 4 5 Aqua Zumba WED 6 THUR 7 17 Aqua Zumba Karate 11 12 13 14 Aqua Zumba Swim Lesson Session 3 Begins Karate Aqua Zumba Ends Karate Ends Music in the Park 18 1 2 8 9 BENEDUM FESTIVAL - CITY PARK 15 16 “Dive In” Movie Star Wars, The Force Awakens at the Pool YOUTH TENNIS BRIDGEPORT SOCCER CAMP - CITY PARK - 6-8PM XTREME SCIENCE CAMP - FLIGHT SCHOOL 22 Swim Lesson 20 21 19 Karate Begins 23 Session 3 Ends Karate Music in the Park JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM SAT Swim Lesson Session 2 Ends Karate July 4th Holiday City Ofces Closed 10 FRI YOUTH TENNIS LITTLE EXPLORERS SUMMER CAMP LET’S PAINT KIDS! SUMMER CAMP UK ELITE SOCCER SCHOOL - CITY PARK 24 25 26 27 28 29 Aqua Zumba Begins Karate Aqua Zumba Karate Music in the Park “Dive In” Movie 31 30 Zootopia at the Pool CLASSES, ACTIVITIES & SPECIAL EVENTS CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES ADULT ACTIVITIES SPECIAL EVENTS DNR HUNTERS SAFETY COURSE KARATE (adults & youth ages 7 & up) This program will sharpen your mind and your body. Learn this ancient art of the Chito-Ryo style of Karate. You will learn punching, kicking, throwing and self-defense techniques. Instructor: Kevin Drummond T/Th 4/12-5/26 7 wks 6-9pm T/Th 5/31-7/14 7 wks 6-9pm T/Th 7/19-9/1 7wks 6-9pm Rates: $42 single / $56 family LITTLE EXPLORERS Children’s Science Program. This exciting new class will expose your youngster to science while having fun! Features lessons with hands on experimentation. Each class includes an educational component while allowing the participants to explore a weekly theme. Instructor: Anita Jesmer Ages 3-7 Morning Classes Recycling, Going Green 4 wks 10-10:45am $30 Tuesday: 4/12-5/3 or Thurs: 4/14-5/5 Evening Class Recycling, Going Green 4 wks 6-6:45pm Monday: 4/11-5/2 or Wed: 4/13-5/4 $30 STAMP CAMP Create seasonal greeting cards and other projects in this fun, easy class. Take home all your creations after the class. Instructor: Kathy Hamrick 4/26 5/24 6/28 Must Preregister 6:30-8:30pm $10 per class, includes materials SPLASH DAY 2016 Saturday May 28, 2016 12:00pm-6:00pm Opening Day for the Bridgeport Pool Free Admission MOVIES IN THE PARK The Parks and Recreation Staff will erect a 16’x 20’ foot screen in Bridgeport City Park. Bring your folding chairs, blankets, pillows and refreshments out to the Park. Admission is FREE! All movies will start promptly at dusk (around 9:00pm) Friday June 10: Minions Movie “DIVE-IN MOVIES” FAMILY FUN, FLOAT NIGHTS Friday July 15: Star Wars, the Force Awakens Friday July 29: Find us on Facebook to remain up-to-date on all our activities, announcements, closing etc. Search for “City of Bridgeport WV” May 2-4 6:00pm-9:30pm Must pre-register with JR Moore at 304-592-5441 All persons born on or after January 1, 1975 must rst successfully complete a certied hunter education course before purchasing a hunting license. The course is offered free. Topics include: gun safety, wildlife management, ethics, survival/rst aid, game identication, and how to safely hunt. You will enjoy listening to volunteer instructors and conservation ofcers pass on their expertise and hunting experiences, talking with your fellow hunters during class breaks, and getting familiar with the total hunting experience. Extra help is available for those who may need it. 4TH ANNUAL KIDS DAY AT CITY PARK Tuesday May 17 from 6-8pm. This year, attractions include Touch-A-Truck, helicopters, bounce houses, and numerous Public Safety ofcials and vehicles from many different entities. As in previous years, the Bridgeport Police Department will set up SIDNE and the Bridgeport Fire Department will have re extinguisher challenges. There will be activities for the whole family! This event gives parents and children the opportunity to interact with local law enforcement and for them to learn how to start and hold conversations about safety. FISHING TOURNAMENT Saturday June 4 6:30am-1:00pm Deegan and Hinkle Lakes Park $20 per boat 2 people per boat Zootopia Enjoy an evening of swimming at the Bridgeport Pool during Family Night beginning at 7:00pm. Then, break out the rafts and oat in the pool for a screening of the movie on a 16’x20’ screen. Normal pool rates apply. Movie will begin promptly at dusk (around 9:00pm). NATIONAL NIGHT OUT Tuesday August 2, 2016 at the Bridgeport Pool 6:00-9:00 pm Bring your family out to a free night at the Bridgeport Pool compliments of the City of Bridgeport, the Bridgeport Police Department and Bridgeport Parks and Recreation. Enjoy live music, free food, giveaways and have the opportunity to meet your local law enforcement ofcers. August 2016 SUN MON 1 Aqua Zumba TUE WED 2 3 4 Karate Aqua Zumba Karate Music in the Park National Night Out Bridgeport Pool 6:00-9:00pm 7 8 14 21 9 10 FRI 5 YOUTH TENNIS 11 12 13 Karate Aqua Zumba 15 16 17 Aqua Zumba Karate Aqua Zumba Ends Karate Music in the Park 23 24 25 26 Karate A Magical Evening with Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. Bridgeport Conference Center 22 29 30 SAT 6 Aqua Zumba Karate 28 THUR Karate Music in the Park YOUTH TENNIS 19 18 20 27 31 Karate STAFF Don Burton…………....Director [email protected] Joe Shuttleworth……..Deputy Director [email protected] Sally Hastings….............Admin. Assistant [email protected] Michelle Leonard..…............Receptionist Libby Phillips........................Receptionist Kathy Csonka........................Receptionist Fran Vance...............…..........Receptionist Park & Facility Maintenance Bill Lafferty..………………....Maintenance Foreman Jack Fenton..........…....……....Maintenance Andrew Junkins.....................Maintenance Tim Curtis………..........….....Civic Center Maintenance Nicholas Burton.....................Main Street Donnie Tate............................Rec Complex Russell Carpenter..................Rec Complex Ofce Hours Parks and Recreation ofce is located in the Benedum Civic Center. (Ofce hours subject to change with building schedule) Monday - Friday................8:00am-9:00pm Saturday...................….....10:00am-5:00pm Sunday......................….....Closed Phone: 842-8240 Fax: 842-8203 City Ofces will be closed in observance of the following holidays: Memorial Day, Monday, May 30 West Virginia Day, Monday, June 20 Independence Day, Monday, July 4 Labor Day, Monday, September 5 GENERAL INFORMATION Operating Procedures •Recreation, park, and conservation areas shall be open to the public from sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise posted. All sports courts close at midnight, and timers quit in respect of residents. •All vacant facilities and areas in recreation and park sites may be used (without a permit) only for the purposes designated. Special activities are allowed by permits issued by the Parks & Recreation Department for specic dates and times at a particular facility. The general public should then vacate a facility in lieu of a permit. Examples of this include reserved sport court time for league and tournament activities, as well as shelter rentals. •The following acts are against the law and will not be tolerated. Littering; endangering the safety of others; disturbing the peace at a public facility or adjacent private property. •No alcohol is permitted on public property in the City of Bridgeport, as it is unlawful for any person to have in his or her possession, custody, or co nt rol , any alcoholic beverage. •Parking is permitted in designated areas only. Persons witnessing illegal acts or evidence of inappropriate activity are urged to contact the Bridgeport Police Department at 842-8260 or 911 in emergency situations. Should you notice anything in our Parks that you think requires our attention, please give us a call at 842-8240. City Phone Directory Other important phone numbers for City Departments. Administration Public Works Zoning/Building Permits Police Water Billing Ofce 842-8200 Cemetery 842-2641 Fire Department 842-8252 Public Library 842-8248 Waste Water Plant 842-8212 Greater Bridgeport 842-7272 Convention & Visitors Bureau & Connect- Bridgeport 848-7200 Park Shelter Reservation Information Call Bridgeport Parks and Recreation at 842-8240 for pricing and availability of Park Shelters at City Park, Compton Park and Deegan and Hinkle Lakes Park. These facilities are great for family gatherings, reunions and many other events. Rental Prices: City Park Dogwood Shelter City Park Rotary Shelter Compton Park Shelter Deegan Lake Shelter Recreation Complex Shelter Lions Point Gazebo $60 $45 $40 $40 $40 $40 Reservations are taken on a rst paid basis. Shelter reservations are taken beginning January 10th of each year. Stay In Touch! Help us keep you informed with what’s happening in and around Bridgeport. You can join the Bridgeport Parks and Recreation Facebook page. Also, we work closely with ConnectBridgeport.com to keep you informed. Both options will give you regular reminders of programs, events and announcements that may be important to you and your family. If you have any questions, please give us a call at 842-8240.