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The Clinton Parks and Recreationoffice is located at 560 High St. (next to Fuller Field), (978) 365-4140, http://www.clintonrec.com. The website has details and registration forms. All registrations made on a first-come, first-served basis. No refunds unless program is canceled.

Elementary Programs

Summer Playground:through toFriday, Aug. 11, rain or shine, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., drop off and pick up location is at the Clinton Middle School. Early arrival time is 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Late care is from 3 to 4 p.m., pick-up location is at the state pool. This year, the program includes new field trip locations, special events, arts and crafts and athletic contests. For grades 1 through 5 (as of fall 2017), registration for both early care and late care must be done by the Friday prior to the week you are attending so proper supervision is provided.

Crime Scene Investigation:is Monday, Aug. 14 to Friday, Aug. 18, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Clinton Parks and Recreation Department. Learn about forensics, crime scene investigations and crime lab chemistry as you perform 15 different experiments. Cost is $155 for ages 8 to 12 years.

Maker Shaker Workshop:is Monday, Aug. 14 to Friday, Aug. 18, 9 a.m. to noon, at the Clinton Parks and Recreation Department. In this DIY workshop, learn how to build gadgets and gizmos. Learn how to design and build your own creation using Wicker Cool supplies. For kindergarten to grade 5 (in fall 2017), cost is $220 per person.

Brixology:is Monday, Aug. 21 to Friday, Aug. 25, from 9 a.m. to noon, in the Clinton Parks and Recreation Department. Learn about engineering and building while playing with LEGOs. Use your creativity and problem-solving skills. Cost is $140 per person for ages 6 to 11 (as of fall 2017).

Rockin Rockets:Monday, Aug. 21 to Friday, Aug. 25, from 1 to 4 p.m., Learn all about flight, propulsion and rocket design. Cost is $140 per person, for ages 6 to 11 years (as of fall 2017).

LEGO Civics Project:is Monday, Aug. 28, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Clinton Parks and Recreation Department. Build a LEGO city and then learn to govern it by holding elections, serve on the city council, learn about laws and the rules of society and create a city constitution plus run for mayor. Kids will learn about important civics-related topics as taxes, immigration, the environment and the First Amendment and make decisions related to urban environmental issues. Grades: 3 through 5. Cost is $69.

Teen Programs

Teen Adventure:Monday, Aug. 7, to Friday, Aug. 11, rain or shine, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Clinton Middle School. Early care, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the State Pool. This program is a spin-off of the summer playground program, but is geared towards an older age group. This program features two field trips per week, a variety of age-appropriate activities, the opportunity to go swimming. For grades 6 to 9, space is limited to 20 participants each day. Registration for both early care and late care must be done by the Friday prior to the week you are attending.

Adult Programs

Total Body Workout:Tuesdays,through Aug. 22 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Clinton Parks and Recreation Department. In this 60-minute class, learn how to strength train safely and tone your body. All you need is a set of weights, a mat and water. Cost is $84 per person, for ages 18 and up.

Free Yoga in the Park Series:Sundays, July 30, Aug. 27 and Sept. 24, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., Central Park. All levels are welcome, for ages 12 and older. Bring your own mat and water bottle. The class meets near the Central Park Fountain. Pre-registration is required.

Events

Summer Concert Series:Tuesdays, July 18, July 25, Aug. 1, Aug. 8 and Aug. 15, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.Bring a lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the tunes. Rain date is the following day. The concerts are free.

Clintons Little Library:grand opening celebration is Friday, July 28, from 4 to 6 p.m., at the Philbin Memorial Park (Acre Playground). Celebrate with refreshments, entertainment, crafts, lawn games, the splash pad and playground.

Fenway Trip:is Sunday, Aug. 6, to see the Red Sox take on the Chicago White Sox. Departure time is 11:15 a.m. from Shaws parking lot; return time is 6:30 p.m. to Shaws parking lot. Cost is $70 per person for ticket and transportation or $45 per person for ticket only. This trip includes one ticket to the game and transportation. First pitch is set for 1:35 p.m.

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