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Sunday April 12, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Jars, Candy Dishes and Vases Workshop - Make a Candy Dish
Using Mod Podge, paper, and brushes, create a one-of-a-kind candy dish, flower vase, or storage jar—perfect for welcoming spring. This hands-on workshop with Jennifer offers a fun and creative way to craft a personalized piece that’s both decorative and functional. Sunday, April 129:30-11 amSlusser Center$10 per piece
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Jars, Candy Dishes and Vases Workshop - Make a Jar
Using Mod Podge, paper, and brushes, create a one-of-a-kind candy dish, flower vase, or storage jar—perfect for welcoming spring. This hands-on workshop with Jennifer offers a fun and creative way to craft a personalized piece that’s both decorative and functional. Sunday, April 129:30-11 amSlusser Center$10 per piece
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9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Jars, Candy Dishes and Vases Workshop - Make a Vase
Using Mod Podge, paper, and brushes, create a one-of-a-kind candy dish, flower vase, or storage jar—perfect for welcoming spring. This hands-on workshop with Jennifer offers a fun and creative way to craft a personalized piece that’s both decorative and functional. Sunday, April 129:30-11 amSlusser Center$10 per piece
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Monday April 13, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga
Join us for a gentle chair yoga on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Slusser Center. Monday & Friday at 9:30 am with Mary C. (a mix of standing and seated positions)Wednesday at 10 am with Marian R. (all gentle seated positions)These classes are drop-in and donations are accepted. Come to one or all!
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Adult Drum Circle - Adult Drum Circle
Come free-form drum with us and have some fun! No experience needed. Bring your drum if you have one or borrow one we have. Mondays 11 am- 12 pmWednesdays 2:30-3:30 pmSlusser Center This is a free program. Drop-ins are welcome!
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Bridge - Bridge
Come play friendly Contract Bridge! All levels of players are welcome Join us at the Slusser Center Mondays from 1-4 PM. This is a free program and donations are accepted.If you are new to Bridge, we will need to set up a separate time with an instructor to teach you. Contact the Slusser Center at 746-8265 to let us know!
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Strength & Balance Exercise - Strength & Balance Exercise
Stay active and strong while you build muscle and work on balancing techniques. Class meets Monday and Wednesdays at 1:30 pm at the Slusser Center. Drop-ins are welcome and this class is free to all. Donations are accepted.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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MS Baseball Practice
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3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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HS Girls LAX Game
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 4-4:30 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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HYSA Baseball
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4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 4:45-5:15 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 5:30-6 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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6:15 PM - 6:45 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 6:15-6:45 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 7-7:30 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 7:45-8:15 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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Tuesday April 14, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Strength Exercises - Strength Exercise
Stay active and strong on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 am at the Slusser Center. Drop-ins are welcome and this class is free to all. Donations are accepted.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Cornhole - Cornhole
Come join us at the Slusser Center on Tuesdays at 10 am and play a friendly game of Cornhole! All adults are welcome to attend and this program is free. We will play outside if the weather is nice; inside if not ideal.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Get Popping!- Specialty Popcorn Making Workshop - Popcorn Workshop
Get Popping!- Specialty Popcorn Making WorkshopCome mix up some delicious popcorn recipes with us! Popcorn is provided and you will mix your favorite combination in the kitchen to take home with you. Slusser CenterTuesday, April 1410 amThis is a Free program but registration is required. Call the Slusser Center at 746-8265
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Knitting & Crocheting Group - Knitting & Crocheting
Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the Slusser Center on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons around 1 pm and enjoy knitting and crocheting in a group setting. A volunteer is always happy to help someone just learning to knit or crochet. This is a free program and drop-ins are welcome.
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Cribbage - Cribbage
Join us for an afternoon of Cribbage starting at 1 pm at the Slusser Center. This is a free program and drop-ins are welcome. Never played Cribbage before or need a refresher? No problem! Call the Center at 746-8265 and we will arrange to have a Cribbage player meet with you either before the class or at another time to teach you!
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Boys LAX
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Girls LAX
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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MS Baseball Practice
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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HYSA Baseball
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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6:15 PM - 8:00 PM
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Adult Ceramics - Adult Ceramics Classes
Adult Ceramics Come learn a variety of hand-building ceramic techniques - pinch pots, slabs, and coils with Kim Emerson! All supplies will be provided. The final class will be for glazing. Tuesday Evenings: March 24th, 31st, April 7th, 14th6:15-8:00 pmSlusser Center$ 80/pp for the 4 week session plus $50 in supplies
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Monday April 20, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga
Join us for a gentle chair yoga on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Slusser Center. Monday & Friday at 9:30 am with Mary C. (a mix of standing and seated positions)Wednesday at 10 am with Marian R. (all gentle seated positions)These classes are drop-in and donations are accepted. Come to one or all!
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Adult Drum Circle - Adult Drum Circle
Come free-form drum with us and have some fun! No experience needed. Bring your drum if you have one or borrow one we have. Mondays 11 am- 12 pmWednesdays 2:30-3:30 pmSlusser Center This is a free program. Drop-ins are welcome!
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Bridge - Bridge
Come play friendly Contract Bridge! All levels of players are welcome Join us at the Slusser Center Mondays from 1-4 PM. This is a free program and donations are accepted.If you are new to Bridge, we will need to set up a separate time with an instructor to teach you. Contact the Slusser Center at 746-8265 to let us know!
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Strength & Balance Exercise - Strength & Balance Exercise
Stay active and strong while you build muscle and work on balancing techniques. Class meets Monday and Wednesdays at 1:30 pm at the Slusser Center. Drop-ins are welcome and this class is free to all. Donations are accepted.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Girls LAX
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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MS Baseball Practice
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3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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HS Boys LAX Game
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 4-4:30 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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HYSA Baseball
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4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 4:45-5:15 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 5:30-6 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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6:15 PM - 6:45 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 6:15-6:45 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 7-7:30 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 7:45-8:15 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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Monday April 27, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga
Join us for a gentle chair yoga on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Slusser Center. Monday & Friday at 9:30 am with Mary C. (a mix of standing and seated positions)Wednesday at 10 am with Marian R. (all gentle seated positions)These classes are drop-in and donations are accepted. Come to one or all!
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12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Adult Drum Circle - Adult Drum Circle
Come free-form drum with us and have some fun! No experience needed. Bring your drum if you have one or borrow one we have. Mondays 11 am- 12 pmWednesdays 2:30-3:30 pmSlusser Center This is a free program. Drop-ins are welcome!
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Bridge - Bridge
Come play friendly Contract Bridge! All levels of players are welcome Join us at the Slusser Center Mondays from 1-4 PM. This is a free program and donations are accepted.If you are new to Bridge, we will need to set up a separate time with an instructor to teach you. Contact the Slusser Center at 746-8265 to let us know!
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Strength & Balance Exercise - Strength & Balance Exercise
Stay active and strong while you build muscle and work on balancing techniques. Class meets Monday and Wednesdays at 1:30 pm at the Slusser Center. Drop-ins are welcome and this class is free to all. Donations are accepted.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Boys LAX
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HS Girls LAX
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MS Baseball Practice
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4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 4-4:30 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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4:45 PM - 5:15 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 4:45-5:15 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 5:30-6 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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6:15 PM - 6:45 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 6:15-6:45 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 7-7:30 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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7:45 PM - 8:15 PM
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Piano Lessons with Glenn Paladino - 7:45-8:15 pm lesson
Come take a 4-week piano lesson with Glenn Paladino and learn to play the piano or improve your current piano skills! Students of all levels and ages welcome. If the piano is new to you, dedicated beginners can expect to be able to read music, understand musical timing and basics of hand position and technique and be able to play a few very simple songs after 4 weeks. Intermediate students can expect to advance their understanding and technique and musicality in a positive direction. All students can expect to have fun! All students will have a free assessment of their ability and musical interest before starting the four-week course, either in person or by phone. Each private lesson will be approximately 30 minutes in duration. After the 4 weeks, interested students will have the opportunity to continue their studies with Glenn.Where: Slusser CenterDate: Mondays, April 6,13, 20, 27 (a 4 week session)Time: choose your 1/2 hour lesson time slot: 4 pm, 4:45 pm, 5:30 pm, 6:15 pm Each lesson is a private, in-person lesson. Cost: $120 per 4-week session A little about Glenn Paladino:Glenn was born and raised near Trenton, NJ. He began learning to play the piano at age seven and his passion, skill and knowledge for playing piano has been lifelong. In the 70's, Glenn played in Bob Smith's Lamplighters, studied with NYC's great pianist Walter Bishop and Norman Achnell who played with Gene Krupa's big band, and performed and traveled with the Delfonics. Additionally, he traveled and performed throughout the northeast for 8 years with his former wife, Gloria McKee in a duo called "Combined Effort." Glenn's passion is jazz, swing and the Great American Songbook but has studied and played many genres of music throughout his musical career. He has been teaching both beginner and intermediate piano students since 1975 ranging in age from 6 to 88 years of age.
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Tuesday April 28, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Strength Exercises - Strength Exercise
Stay active and strong on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 am at the Slusser Center. Drop-ins are welcome and this class is free to all. Donations are accepted.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Cornhole - Cornhole
Come join us at the Slusser Center on Tuesdays at 10 am and play a friendly game of Cornhole! All adults are welcome to attend and this program is free. We will play outside if the weather is nice; inside if not ideal.
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Card Making - Card Making
Join us for card making each month. Classes typically are the last Tuesday of the month at 10 am. Space is limited to ten in each class and there is a sign up sheet at the Slusser Center volunteer desk. Call the Center at 746-8265 or stop by to sign up. There is a small donation request to cover the material supplies for these classes and is typically around $2-5.
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Knitting & Crocheting Group - Knitting & Crocheting
Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the Slusser Center on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons around 1 pm and enjoy knitting and crocheting in a group setting. A volunteer is always happy to help someone just learning to knit or crochet. This is a free program and drop-ins are welcome.
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Cribbage - Cribbage
Join us for an afternoon of Cribbage starting at 1 pm at the Slusser Center. This is a free program and drop-ins are welcome. Never played Cribbage before or need a refresher? No problem! Call the Center at 746-8265 and we will arrange to have a Cribbage player meet with you either before the class or at another time to teach you!
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Boys LAX
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HS Girls LAX
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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MS Baseball Practice
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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HYSA Baseball
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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Friday May 1, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Hopkinton Outdoor Explorers Minicamp at Kimball Lake Cabins - Hopkinton Outdoor Explorers Minicamp at Kimball Lake Cabins
Hopkinton Outdoor Explorers Minicamp at Kimball Lake Cabins Friday, May 19:00 am-4:00 pmKimball Lake, HopkintonAges 9-13$60 per child or $52 each for two or moreClose out April vacation with a camp-style day of spring outdoor discovery, friendship and learning for your upper elementary kids aged 9-13. We’ll spend the day searching for wildlife like birds, turtles and frog tadpoles; practicing our fire-building skills in the fire pit; hiking the trails; and playing all the levels of everyone's favorite speed hide-and-seek game, Camouflage. Rain or shine, clothing for all-weather outdoor play required. 12 participants max. Register below!
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9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Chair Yoga - Chair Yoga
Join us for a gentle chair yoga on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at the Slusser Center. Monday & Friday at 9:30 am with Mary C. (a mix of standing and seated positions)Wednesday at 10 am with Marian R. (all gentle seated positions)These classes are drop-in and donations are accepted. Come to one or all!
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Bingo - Bingo
Bingo starts on January 16, 2026!Join us for a fun time with Bingo on the 1st and 3rd Friday at the Slusser Center. Bring money for the cards ($2 per card). Keep your fingers crossed to win the jackpot! Cash prizes for each game. Call the Slusser Center at 746-8265 to sign up.
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Mah Jongg - Mah Jongg
Join us for Mah Jongg games at the Slusser Center every Friday at 1 pm. This is a free senior activity. Drop-ins welcome! If you need a refresher first, call the Slusser Center at 746-8265 and we will find a volunteer to meet you ahead of time.
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Boys LAX
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HS Girls LAX
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MS Baseball Practice
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LAX Club Practice
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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Tuesday May 5, 2026
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8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Pickleball ongoing program - Pickleball ongoing program
Join the Rec Dept.'s Picklball Program!Who: All those 18+ who know how to play or want to learn. All skill levels are welcome.What: The Recreation Dept. offers outdoor Pickleball as a "self-led" Pickleball program for all those who wish to have access to the portable Pickleball nets and meet fellow Pickleball players. Those who sign up for the program will have access to the equipment in the spring, summer and fall and can play during the designated Pickleball times or at other times as first come, first served. Registrants can also play on the indoor courts at Harold Martin in the winter.Where: Outdoor Pickleball courts are located at George Park 297 Park Ave. Contoocook (beside the HMHS). Harold Martin School in Hopkinton provides a winter location in their Multi-purpose room. When: Each person can use the pickleball equipment and courts during the designated pickleball program times in the spring, summer and fall or as first come, first served at other times but we ask that you avoid HYSA's tennis program times. How to Register: Those 18+ are welcome to register below, agree to the standard waiver and pay the one time $25 registration fee. The one-time $25 registration fee provides access to the Team Reach App and use of the Town Pickleball equipment. Once your registration is complete, you will be put in touch with one of the Pickleball volunteers who will assist you with the Team Reach app (if you desire to join that), go over the equipment storage and usage, and offer you an initial lesson if you do not know how to play. Want to play outside in the spring, summer and fall without joining the Rec Dept.'s Pickleball program?: Hopkinton residents are welcome to use these courts at any time as first come, first served but will need to bring their own portable net, rackets and balls.
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Strength Exercises - Strength Exercise
Stay active and strong on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 am at the Slusser Center. Drop-ins are welcome and this class is free to all. Donations are accepted.
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Cornhole - Cornhole
Come join us at the Slusser Center on Tuesdays at 10 am and play a friendly game of Cornhole! All adults are welcome to attend and this program is free. We will play outside if the weather is nice; inside if not ideal.
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Fairy House Workshop - Fairy House Workshop
Come let your creative side play and make a fairy house with us! All supplies are provided, but feel free to bring your favorite nature-inspired decorations!Tuesday, May 510 amSlusser CenterCost:$10
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1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Knitting & Crocheting Group - Knitting & Crocheting
Bring your knitting and crocheting projects to the Slusser Center on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons around 1 pm and enjoy knitting and crocheting in a group setting. A volunteer is always happy to help someone just learning to knit or crochet. This is a free program and drop-ins are welcome.
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1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Cribbage - Cribbage
Join us for an afternoon of Cribbage starting at 1 pm at the Slusser Center. This is a free program and drop-ins are welcome. Never played Cribbage before or need a refresher? No problem! Call the Center at 746-8265 and we will arrange to have a Cribbage player meet with you either before the class or at another time to teach you!
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Boys LAX
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3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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HS Girls LAX
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3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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MS Game
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4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
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HYSA Baseball
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
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LAX Club Practice
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