Fall Programs

Wednesdays, October 22th - November 19th 

10:30am to 12:00pm

Cost $120.00

Age 2.5 - 5

Preschool Prep is back! Dropoff program includes art, fitness, free play and more with friends. Let your little one have fun with Miss Jen and get used to being in a class setting. 

Monday, October 27th 

10:00am to 11:00am

Cost $16.00

Age 1 - 12

Join Miss Jen and have fun with friends decorating a pumpkin with feathers, sparkles, stickers and more to make it your own!  

Monday, October 27th 

6:30pm to 7:30pm

Cost $16.00

Age 1 - 12

Join Miss Jen and have fun with friends decorating a pumpkin with feathers, sparkles, stickers and more to make it your own!  

Friday, November 7th 

6:30pm to 9:00pm

Cost $25.00

Age 6 - 14

 Make your child's interest in video games a fun social experience! Participants will have an exciting evening with peers playing Nintendo Switch multiplayer games such as Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros and other various games, a pizza dinner is included too! Program is held in the Function Hall at Wasserman Park. Advanced registration is required and spaces are limited. Fee: $25.00.

Participants may bring their own Nintendo Switch to connect with other players if they choose to.  

Saturday, November 15th

9:00 am - 3:00pm

$125.00 pp

Wasserman Park

Grades 6th -8th

 Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Participants will learn tips to manage behavior along with the ages and stages of child development. Class will also include rescue skills such as choking rescue and CPR and how to assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. Lastly this course will teach participants how to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers to set students up for success now and in the future. Students practice these skills through various role plays.

In order to complete your registration for this program the instructor requires all participants and their parents to complete the documents in the link below.

https://nhcpr.com/files/safesitter/safe_sitter_packet.pdf

Wednesday, Nov 26th

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

1st Child: $60; 2nd Child: $55

Grades: K - 6

Location: Wasserman Park Function Hall 

Come and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation and Staff from Camp Naticook during this no school day camp program with activities designed to keep your children busy and entertained all day long. 

We will spend our day at Wasserman Park where children will participate in a variety of sports, games, arts & crafts projects, nature exploration, outdoor activities and much more. A daily hot lunch is included in the cost of your tuition.  Advanced registration is required and spaces are limited.  Pick up and drop off at Wasserman Park - no bus transportation provided.

Wednesday, December 10th

12:00 - 6:00 pm

Grades K - 6

Fee: $52.00 pp

New for 2025!  The Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department is excited to introduce our Early Release Day Program, designed to provide a safe, fun, and engaging afternoon for your child on early dismissal days.

From 12:00 – 6:00 pm, students from all three elementary schools and the James Mastricola Upper Elementary School can take advantage of convenient bus transportation directly from school to Wasserman Park. Upon arrival, our Parks & Recreation staff will lead an afternoon filled with special activities, games, and themed events, ensuring your child has a memorable and active day. A nutritious afternoon snack is included.

Families can pick up their children at the Function Hall at Wasserman Park at the end of the program. Advance registration is required, and space is limited, so reserve your spot early!