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Southbury, CT 06488
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9/26/2023 - DIY Clubhouse Fall Programs

 

The Do-It-Yourself Clubhouse provides a space to meet and make new friends through specialized activities for different ages ranging from age 6 and up. Participate in different & unique activities while our staff helps guide you through your adventures. And the best part is that we clean up the mess!

These programs will be held at 561 Main Street South in Southbury, CT in the Parks & Recreation Building- Multipurpose Room.


October - Pumpkin Carving Class (Ages 6 & up)

pumpkin carving flyer

Join us on Friday, October 13th for Halloween festivities from 5:30pm-7:00pm! Participants will be provided with a pumpkin to carve and an LED light. All carving tools will be provided.

Parents/guardians will need to be present to supervise their child and must provide them with assistance. Themed snacks will be served, and the event will conclude with a spirited game of bingo.


October- Fall Floral Arrangement Class (Ages 12 & up)

fall flower arrangement

Create a gorgeous piece of decor for your home in our floral arrangement class. No experience is needed; we're all creative in our own way! Supplies will be prepped so you only have to select your color scheme. Our instructors will guide you through the selection of floral pieces and demonstrate how to place them inside your pumpkin!

While you build your arrangement, registrants may enjoy fall-flavored snacks and beverages. If time allows we will play a game of bingo!

NOTE: Pieces of floral may differ from what is pictured.

All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Fall Floral Arrangement | Ages 12+ | Register by 10/5 for first class
    • Friday, 10/13 | 5:30pm-7:00pm
    • Tuesday, 10/17 | 9:30am-11:00am
    • Tuesday, 10/17 | 3:00pm-4:30pm

October - Halloween Lights (Ages 6 & up)

halloween lights

Join us on Friday, October 13th from 3:30pm -5:00pm.

Create your own Halloween light-up decor! This is a great way for families to bond through creativity. The first piece is a hollow wood decor. Choose a cute ghost or witch's pot to decorate with markers or paint. The second piece is Halloween "candle sticks" that you create, paint, and bring home with LED tea light flames.

black candles and flower arrangement

- Pizza & salad will be available for registered participants in this program. There is an option to purchase food only and not do the project; a family member must be enrolled in the program.

- The paint for all projects is acrylic and will stain clothes. Dress in clothing that can get messy!

- It is recommended that parents with children aged 8 and under take the lead on painting the candle sticks.


To serve you better, all schedules of SP&R are subject to change.

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