Upcoming Programs & Events

The  Parks & Recreation Department runs a number of School Year Recreation Programs and we are currently seeking to hire Senior & Junior Counselors to  work in these programs in an on-call basis. These positions are Part-time and typically operate on Saturday evenings as well as during School Vacation Weeks. These are on call opportunities and so you do not have to commit to working every single weekend (unless you want the hours). 

We are also seeking to hire a Part Time Park Attendant to staff rentals of our Function Hall. Hours for this position is typically at night or on weekends and typically scheduled a few times per month. . Click on the link below for more information or to apply. 

Tuesdays, Oct 18th - Nov 22nd 

Ages 6 to 8 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ages 9 to 12 - 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Cost: $75

Experience  the excitement of football with Skyhawks Flag Football Fueled by USA  Football. Using a curriculum developed by the experts from USA Football,  coaches will teach skills like passing, receiving, kicking and flag  pulling. Participants will gain confidence and learn important life  lessons in a fun, positive environment. 

Thursdays, Oct 20th - December 1st

Ages 6 to 8 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ages 9 to 12 - 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Cost: $75

Skyhawks  was founded as a soccer club in 1979. Thirty years later we are still  the number one choice for parents looking to Refine their child's  fundamentals of the world's most popular sport. 

Using our progression based curriculum, our sport-specific staff will ensure your young athlete will  gain the technical skills & sport knowledge required for their next  step into soccer. This camp focuses on dribbling, passing, shooting,  and ball control. By the end of the camp your child will have learned  new life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship, made new friends and  improved their sport skills preparing them to play for the playground  or league play! 

Fridays, Oct 21st - Nov 25th (6 weeks!)

Ages 6 to 8 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Ages 9 to 11 - 5:00 - 6:00 pm

Ages 12 to 14 - 6:00 - 7:00 pm

$175.00 per person  

Experience of any kind is not necessary for this fun 6 week long musical program!  Kids will be given basic instruction on a given instrument and then work  together in a band group of 4 (Bass, Guitar, Drums, or Keys).

Participants will have the opportunity for a final performance to take place during the last week.
Instructor provides full size keyboard, a drum set and guitar. If  students have their own instrument (bass guitar, electric / acoustic  guitar or ukulele)
they may bring it. Please do not bring drums 

Monday, October 24th

10:00am - 10:45 am

Ages 3-6

$15.00 per person  

Join Miss Jen and have fun doing science experiments with pumpkins in this Fall Science Class. 

Thursday,  October 27th

4:00 - 4:45 pm

All Ages

$15.00 per person  

Join Miss Jen and decorate pumpkins with a variety of crafting styles. Pumpkin included

Saturday, October 29th

Time: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Wasserman Park 

The Town of Merrimack's Annual Halloween Party returns to Wasserman Park on Saturday, October 29th, 2022 for it's 30th year! 

This year's event will feature a wide variety of free games, crafts, face painting, food (for sale), a Scavenger Hunt, the return of our Costume Contest and much more. Activities are provided by our local businesses & community partner organizations. 

We are currently looking for Businesses & Community Organizations to join us for this great Community Festival. There is no fee to participate and it is a great way to get your business out in front of Merrimack Families!  If you are interested in being a part of this year's Halloween Event please click on the link below 

Thursday, November 3rd

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fee: $35.00 pp

Back  by popular demand! Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department on Thursday, November 3rd as we travel down to the Encore  Boston Harbor Casino in Massachusetts. You don’t need to be an experienced  game player to enjoy this trip. There is something for people of all  skill levels. As part of registration fee, all participants will receive a $20.00 free slot play coupon.
 

The bus will depart from Twin  Bridge Park in Merrimack (485 Daniel Webster Highway). at 9:00 am and  will return at approximately around 4:00 pm. This trip is open to both residents  and non-residents so bring all your friends! All participants must be  pre-registered and seats are limited! Trip includes Deluxe Motor Coach  Transportation and slot play bonus package. Cost of the trip is just $35  pp. 

Saturday, November 5th

5:00pmm - 8:30 pm

Ages 5 to 11

$20.00 per person  ($15 for extra siblings) 

Parents  night out! Because every parent deserves some time to themselves while  their child/ren are off having fun. Let the energetic Parks & Recreation Department staff give you a break and time to enjoy a night  out without your children. 

Participants can join us for a fun filled  evening of games, crafts, pizza, and more! Program is held in the  Function Hall at Wasserman Park. Advanced registration is required and  spaces are limited. Fee: $20.00 for first child & $15.00 for each  additional child in the same household! 

Saturday Nov 19th - Sunday, Nov 20th

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$195.00 per person

Do  you like to spend time outdoors? Accidents happen; if you or someone in  your group got hurt, would you know what to do? People get hurt, sick,  or lost.  Many back country emergencies are preventable and even when  bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. 

Wilderness First Aid is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip  leader who wants more than basic level of first aid training for short  trips with family, friends, and outdoor groups. The 16 hour long  (two-day) program focuses on the skills of: Response and Assessment,  Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills,  Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies.

Course taught by SOLO Wilderness Medicine

Friday, November 25th

Time: 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Fee: $99.00 pp (Must Register by 10/16)

Come  and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation as we travel down the Boch  Center in Boston to see Cirque du Soleil's newest show "Twas the Night  Before" on opening night! 

‘Twas  the Night Before...is an exhilarating spin on the beloved Christmas  tale, and marks Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever Christmas production in  New England. This festive show brings a flurry of love, Christmas cheer,  thrilling acrobatics and hugely lovable characters that will create a  new holiday tradition for families to cherish.  

Registration  includes deluxe Motor Coach Transportation and ticket to the show.  Tickets are Right Center Balcony Level Seating in Rows G, H, J, & K.  Trip departs from Twin Bridge Park, located at 485 Daniel Webster  Highway in Merrimack at 5:30 pm and we return to Merrimack at  approximately 10:30 pm.