2022-2023 FALL, WINTER SPRING

Recreation Committee: Heidi Grady, Mark Hryniewich, Bonnie Pulda, Glenn Donaldson The Sterling Recreation Department is pleased to present the Fall/Winter/Spring Program Calendar for 2022 - 2023 We strive to develop and promote programs and activities to stimulate good health, fun times, as well as provide a sense of community for all ages

REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR FALL/WINTER/SPRING PROGRAMS

- Visit SterlingRec.com to register. Don ’ t want to pay online? No problem! Mail in your registration & pay- ment to 1 Park St. Regular registration forms available at the Rec Dept. in the Butterick Municipal Building, 1 Park St. Sterling MA 01564 - Refund Policy: the Recreation Dept. does not issue refunds when registrants drop out. However, we do issue credits which do not expire and can be used by anyone in the family. Refunds WILL be issued if the Rec Dept. cancels the program. We do NOT reimburse for any Wachusett Mtn. products.

- Programs at the schools are cancelled during holidays, vacations, professional days, snow days and weather - forced early release All other cancellations are at the discretion of the instructor.

• To the Summer Lake Team - Lifeguards, Counselors, Director, and Water Safety Instructors, for their enthusiasm and commitment to providing a fun, safe program for Sterling ’ s youth and adults. To all of the Program Instructors for sharing your talents & providing great activities for the community. • All Departments who render their services in support of our programs. Special thanks to the Department of Public Works, Firefighters, and the Dive team for their help with the set - up and break down of the beach. To the Police Department, and the Board of Health Department for helping to keep the town ’ s beautiful beach safe. We could not have run our programs without your help! • Principals Tony Cipro and Chris LaBreck and the Staff at Houghton Elementary and Chocksett Middle Schools , for their cooperation in scheduling Recreation programs at the schools. • Veronica Buckley and the Sterling Senior Center for making space in your busy building for many of our programs and activities. • Summer Concerts : The Sterling Chapter of the Massachusetts Culture Council, Century 21 CHT Sterling, Chocksett Inn, Chris' Barber Shop, Don - Jo MFG, Favreau Forestry, Ground Control Corp., Groundwater Supply, Hendrickson Advertising, Kitchen Associates, L.R. Favreau Septic Services, Leominster Credit Uniton, Live automation, Mulligan's Miniature Golf, Pandolf Perkins, Rota Spring Ice Cream, Startpoint Realty, Sterling Dental. To the Public who filled Memorial Park each week to listen to the concerts and enjoy the community spirit. The many talented Bands that enter- tained the crowds. The Sterling/Lancaster local cable staff who did a phenomenal job of taping the concerts and editing them for the communities enjoyment to view on local channel 8.

WE THANK YOU!!

Athletic Fields and Facility Use Permits: All Organizations & groups requesting the use of fields or facilities must fill out a Facility Reservation and Field Request Form at the Recreation Office or download from the web site: www.sterling - ma.gov. Click on Recreation link and go to Field use and reservations. Permits will be issued once the request has been reviewed and required documentation has been received by the Recreation Department. Spring request should be submitted by FEBRUARY 10TH .

SKI & SNOWBOARD PROGRAMS at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area SKI & SNOWBOARD PROGRAMS at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area

Register at www.wachusett.com/schoolgroup Opens in October 11, 2022 MONDAY AFTER SCHOOL SKI & SNOWBOARD Program Code: STRM

AGES: Students in grades 3 - 12 DATES: Mondays, January 9 - February 28 ( no program on 1/16, 2/20 ) TIME: 3:15 - 8:00pm FEE: Six week pass: $143.00 - thru 12/1; $173 after 12/1 -- this pass is only valid for the 6 weeks of the program Season Pass may be used for this program. ADDITIONAL: - Optional Transportation: $120.00 payment to Sterling Recreation Dept - purchase in office or at SterlingRec.com - Equipment Rental (for 6 weeks): Ski— $108 Snowboard— $108 Helmet— $27 * strongly recommended * - Lessons (for 6 weeks): Ski or Snowboard— $89 Badge Insurance— $30 Terrain Park— $5

Bronze passes are for purchase (quantities are limited) once a Monday ski club registration is completed

SATURDAY SKI & SNOWBOARD Program Code: STRS

AGES: Families DATES: Saturdays, January 7 - February 11 TIME: 8:00am - 1:00pm FEE: Six week pass: $173.00 thru 12/1*; $203.00 after 12/1* -- this pass is only valid for the 6 weeks of the program Gold Pass may be used for this program.

There is no transportation provided. There are no Chaperones. This is not a drop off program, FAMILIES will meet Coordinators in the lodge at Wachusett Mt. as they arrive

ADDITIONAL: - Equipment Rental (for 6 weeks): Ski— $108

Snowboard— $108

Helmet— $27* strongly recommended *

- Lessons (for 6 weeks):

Ski or Snowboard— $89

Badge Insurance— $30

Terrain Park— $5

STERLING REC BASKETBALL

AGES: Students in Grades 1 - 8 TIMES: Teams are organized in November for Div. I, II, III WHERE: Chocksett Middle & Houghton Elementary Schools FEE:

December for Div. V. (see basketball dates)

$100.00/player Family Cap (3+): $250.00/per family (*before late fee) $10.00 late fee after November 1 for division I, II, & III, &IV

$10.00 late fee for Division V after December 1

DIVISION I – Co - ed; Grade 1. Instructional with skill work coordinated by F.A.S.T atheletics. Saturday mornings at 9:00 am DIVISION II - Co - ed Grades 2 & 3, Grade 4 girls (combined for teams). Skill work and games with emphasis on instruction. Practice/games two times per week. Meet on Saturday mornings, or Monday, Wednesday or, Friday evenings. DIVISION III - Co - ed, Boy Grades 4 & 5, Girls; Grades 5 & 6 (combined for teams). Practice/games two times per week, Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings. GIRLS 4TH - 8TH PICK UP - Girls Grades 4 - 8. Drills, skills and group scrimmages. Monday evenings. DIVISION V – Co - ed, Boys; Grades 6 - 8, Girls; Grades 7 & 8 (combined for teams). Practice/games two times per week Thursday and Friday evenings.

PLAY NIGHTS: Divisions II, III and V will be held to assist in the team selection process. ( dates below )

** PLAYERS MUST BE REGISTERED PRIOR**

** PLAYERS MUST ATTEND ONE PLAY NIGHT**

Late Registrants in all divisions will be placed on a wait list if necessary and subject to a $10.00 late fee. Every team will be held to 10 players unless all coaches in a division are in agreement -- space limited.

BASKETBALL COACHES AND ASSISTANTS!!! This program requires volunteer coaches to run! Please register by November 1st. The program will NOT run until we have enough coaches. First time coaching? Don ’ t worry! We will supply practice ideas, game information and support from the Recreation Committee. Coaches are required to complete a CORI(Criminal Offender Record Information) form at the Recreation Office. No person will be allowed to coach/assist without the completed documentation. Head Coaches players play for FREE! *limited to the child(ren) playing on the team the parent/guardian is head coaching. Head coaches only.

IMPORTANT BASKETBALL DATES

Friday, November 1 - Monday, November 7 –

late fee for Divisions I, II, III

Play Night for Division III @ Chocksett Gym

(Div III needs to attend the Nov. 7 th OR the Nov. 9 th ) · Grade 4 5:30 - 6:00 Last Name A - L

6:00 - 6:30 Last Name M - Z 7:00 - 7:30 Last Name M - Z

· Grade 5

6:30 - 7:00 Last Name A - L

Wednesday, November 9 –Play Night for Division II at Houghton Gym (Div III needs to attend the Nov. 7 th OR the Nov. 9 th ) · Grade 2 5:30 - 6:00 Last Name A - L

6:00 - 6:30 Last Name M - Z 7:00 - 7:30 Last Name M - Z

· Grade 3 & 4 6:30 - 7:00 Last Name A - L

Wednesday November 9 – Play Night for Division III @ Chocksett Gym · Grade 4 5:30 - 6:00 Last Name A - L

6:00 - 6:30 Last Name M - Z 7:00 - 7:30 Last Name M - Z

· Grade 5 & 6 6:30 - 7:00 Last Name A - L

Monday, November 21 - Monday, November 21 - 23 -

Coaches meeting & teams assigned at 7:00pm for DIV II, DIV III @ Butterick

floor refinishing

November 24 - 26 -

Thanksgiving Break

Monday, November 28 -

Division II, III season begins

December 1 -

Late fee for Division V

Thursday, December 8 -

Play Night for Division V @ Chocksett Gym

(Child MUST attend ATLEAST one December 8 th or December 9 th ) - Grade 6 6:00 - 6:45 pm Grades 7&8 6:45 - 7:30 pm Friday, December 9 - (Child MUST attend ATLEAST one December 8 th or December 9 th ) - Grade 6 6:00 - 6:45 pm Grades 7&8 6:45 - 7:30 pm Saturday, December 10 - Division I season begins Tuesday, December 13 -

Play Night for Division V @ Chocksett Gym

Coaches meeting & teams assigned at 6:30pm for Division V @ Butterick*

Thursday/Friday, Dec 15/16 -

Division V practices start

Saturday, TBA -

Pictures for Divisions I, II, & III & IV (times to be announced)

December 23 – January 2 -

Christmas Break Program Resumes

Tuesday, January 3 -

Friday, TBA -

Picture for Divisions V (times to be announced)

Week of February 6 - February 20 - 24 - Week of March 6 -

Last week for Divisions I, II, & III, & IV– awards following last games

Winter Break - School

Play - offs and last week for Division V

Friday, March 13 — Parent vs. Player Games & Awards DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, BUILDING USE, & COACH AVAILABILITY

BABIES, CHILDREN & PRE - SCHOOL PROGRAMS

MUSIC TOGETHER for BABIES, TODDLERS, & PRE - SCHOOLERS By Pakachoag Music School

AGES: Birth– age 5 (w. parent)

Session I:

Sept. 26 - Dec. 12

10 weeks, no class 10/10

Session II:

Jan. 9 - Mar. 20

9 weeks, no class 1/16, 2/20

Session III:

Mar. 27 - June 12

10 weeks, no class 4/17, 5/29

DATES: Mondays TIMES: 9:30 - 10:15 WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall ** There will be make - ups for cancellations due to inclement weather Fee: $194.00 (discounts for cash/credit card payments and siblings) Every child is born with musical aptitude! Come nurture your child ’ s musical development by joining Music Together class with Pakachoag Music School of Greater Worcester. For more information and to register visit PakMusic.org and look for Music Together.

MINI MULTI SPORTS by F.A.S.T. Athletics

AGES: 3 - 5 DATES: Saturdays Oct 1 —Oct 29 TIMES: 9:00 - 9:45 am WHERE: Houghton School Fields FEE: $90.00

This program is a combination of warm - up games and sports such as soccer, kickball, and t - ball. It will ease children into learning the basics of all these great games as well as teaching them the importance of team work! Each class F.A.S.T. Athletics will have new and exciting games planned for the students. Students should pack water and wear sneakers.

MINI SOCCER by F.A.S.T. Athletics

AGES: 3 - 5 DATES: Saturdays April 29th - June 10 (no class May 27th) TIMES: 9:00 - 9:45 am WHERE: Houghton Elementary School Field FEE: $95.00

This soccer program will teach the fundamental skills of dribbling, trapping, passing and shooting. The students will work on these fundamentals through a variety of unique, nontraditional games. Parents are encouraged to participate if their child needs extra support. Students should pack water and wear sneakers.

KINDERGARTEN

KINDERBALL

AGE: Kindergarten DATES: Saturdays Dec. 10 - Jan. 28 (no 12/23, 12/31)

TIMES: 8:00 – 9:00 am WHERE: Chocksett Gym FEE: $95.00

This program is designed for aspiring basketball players in kindergarten! Players will have a fun time learning basic basketball skills through lead - up games, pint - sized drills and other fun basketball - oriented activities. Sterling Rec Staff in providing a fun, safe, learning environment for the young players. Sneakers are required, bring a water bottle.

ENGINEERING & LEARNING

AMUSEMENT PARK ENGINEERING S.T.E.A.M. Learning with Snapology

AGES: Grades 1 - 4 WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Cafeteria

Amusement Park Engineering

Oct 4 - Nov 15

3:45 - 4:45pm, $90.00

Creature Creator

March 7 - April 4

4:00pm - 5:00pm, $90.00

Children are meant to learn through play. When children are actively engaged in hands - on, interactive learn- ing activities, their creativity flourishes. Snapology engages children using LEGO® bricks, K ’ Nex and technology. While the kids are having fun with familiar toys, laptops and iPads, we sneak in the educational concepts!

YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS FUN

ULTIMATE SPORTS

AGES: Grades 5 & 6 DATES: Mondays Oct. 17 - Nov. 14 TIMES: 3:00 - 4:00pm WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Gym FEE: $90.00

If you are getting tired of playing the same old sports everyday, this is definitely the program for you. The non - traditional style of games/competitions will keep all participants on their toes learning new games as they get further into this program. Have you ever heard of Fort Knox? Or Ultimate Frisbee? What about Army Dodgeball? This unique program will also put emphasis on physical fitness, proper stretching techniques and team work.

ARTS, COOKING & CREATIVITY

SEWING CREATIONS AFTER SCHOOL

AGES: Grades 5 - 8 TIMES: 3:00 - 4:30pm

Wallet

Oct 20 - Nov 3

3 weeks, $110.00

Holiday Apron

Dec 6 & Dec 13

2 weeks, $55.00

Pick A Project

Jan 19 - Mar 2

6 weeks, $115.00

Back Pack

April 6 – June1

8 weeks $165.00

WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Tech Ed Room

Wallet and Holiday Apron: Sewers will learn the ins and outs of following a pattern, pinning, hand sewing and ma- chine sewing. With the guidance of Mrs. Meade you'll create a final project to be proud of! Sewing machines will be provided. Fee includes materials and pattern. Instructor: Ginny Beaudin - Meade Pick a Project: Children in the class will be offered expert guidance on project(s) that they have selected. Please pick a project(s) from the material list and purchase what you need for the class. Project list is avail- able at Sterling Rec.com. Your child is welcome to bring in their own project not on the list but they should check in with one of us before they bring it in. If you don't have the time to purchase materials, email ei- ther ginny_meade@wrsd.net or stacey_padilla@wrsd.net with your project selection and we will get back to you. Sewing machines will be provided. BackPack: Children in the class will be offered expert guidance on a mini - backpack project. This is an 8 week program and requires some knowledge of how to use a sewing machine. Finished project is 11 inch- es high by 9 inches wide. A material list will be provided and items must be purchased before the first class. Hardware, machines and needles for hand finishing will be provided as part of the fee. If you don't have the time to purchase materials, email ether ginny_meade@wrsd.net or stacey_padilla@wrsd.net and we will get back to you.

BABYSITTER CLASS

HOME ALONE SAFETY

AGES: 9 - 11 DATES: Monday February 20 TIMES: 10:00am - 11:30am WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall FEE: $55.00

Take the first steps towards independence! In this course, we will teach children the basics of being safe when home alone for short periods of time. We will talk about how to answer the telephone and door, discuss internet safety, learn about accident prevention and fire safety protection and how to call 911. We will cover simple first aid techniques, such as how to relieve choking, and talk about how to use our time wisely!

BLAST! BABYSITTER LESSONS AND SAFETY TRAINING & CPR/AED

AGES: Grades 5 - 9 DATES: Monday February 20 TIMES: 12:00pm - 3:00pm WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall FEE: $95.00

Join us for a Babysitting workshop and get CPR/AED certified, too! We will cover how to react responsibly to medical emergencies, perform first aid for common childhood injuries, how to best call 911 and how to prevent and relieve choking. You ’ ll be prepared to interview for a babysitting job, select safe activities for children of different ages and run your own babysitting business. You ’ ll leave with a certificate of completion for babysitting, a First Aid book, and upon successful completion, you will also be certified in CPR/AED.

UPCOMING FAMILY EVENTS

HOLIDAY LIGHT TOUR

Start a family tradition with our Holiday Light Tour! Residents are encouraged to decorate their homes with outside décor and lights for the holiday season. Email or call the Sterling Recreation Department by November 22nd to have your address added to our published Holiday Light Tour list! Any addresses received after this date will be added to the online listing only. Drive by touring will start on December 2nd, be sure to keep those lights shining! Address submissions are to be sent to recreation@sterling - ma.gov or call 978 - 422 - 3041. Tour listing can be found on our website at SterlingRec.com or Sterling - ma.gov/recreation.

DRIVE - THRU COOKIE KICK - OFF

Join Santa, The Sterling Strummers and the Sterling Recreation Department for some cookies and hot cocoa before you take a tour of Sterling ’ s most festive homes! Stop by the Sterling Senior Center at 36 Muddy Pond Road on Fri- day December 2nd from 4:30 - 6:30pm to grab a listing of the houses participating in the Holiday Light Tour, as well as a cup of hot cocoa and some delicious cookies from Meadowbrook Orchards. Santa will be there to give you a wave as you head off on your way! This is a drive thru event, cookies and cocoa are while supplies last.

EASTER EGG HUNT

Join the Easter Bunny and Sterling Recreation for Sterling ’ s Annual Easter Egg Hunt! Children through 3rd grade are invited to participate in this annual tradition! Bring your baskets and dress for the weather! Hunt starts promptly at 12:00pm at Memorial Park on April 1st. We will hunt for eggs in the snow, but rain date April 2nd .

ADULT & TEEN PICK - UP LEAGUES

HIGH - SCHOOL PICK - UP BASKETBALL

Grades

Night

Dates

Times

9 & 10

Tuesdays

Dec. 6 - Apr. 12 7:30 - 8:30pm

11 & 12

Mondays

Dec. 5 - Apr. 11

7:15 - 8:30pm

WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Gym FEE: $25.00/player

Pick - up nights are semi - organized and will feature some refereed games later in the season. Players must pre - register with the Recreation Department or register at the gym. All registration forms MUST be signed by a parent/guardian if player is under 18 years of age. Players will not be allowed to play without proper registration.

* Time and location subject to change during Winter Youth Basketball or early - release days*

MEN ’ S PICK - UP BASKETBALL

AGES: 18+ DATES: Wednesdays Dec 7 –May 24 TIME: 6:30 - 8:30pm* WHERE: Chocksett Middle School Gym FEE: $25.00/player

MEN'S PICK - UP: Pre - register or pay your first night. Checks made payable to Town of Sterling or cash. Must complete registration form if not registering online. Players should wear appropriate clothing, shoes, bring water and basketball. All levels of play welcome!

* Time and location subject to change due to weather, Sterling Rec Basketball & school schedule*

CARDS

CRIBBAGE

AGES: All players welcome! DATES: Thursdays Session I: Jan 12 - Feb 9

Session II: Feb 16 - March 16

TIMES: Begins at 7:00pm WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall FEE: $20.00 per player Come join us for a fun five weeks of card playing, where you can test your basic math skills, draw the perfect hand, and enjoy all the delicious appetizers. Teams of two will be formed to play six games per night. Prizes awarded at the end of the five weeks!

Y.A.H.O.O.

Young Adults Helping Out Others YOU can make a difference

Y.A.H.O.O. – A fun way to make an impact on your community. YAHOO is a volunteer opportunity where young adults gather on Saturday mornings to assist Sterling seniors in yard work in the Fall. Students (grades 7 - 12) and parents can register at www.sterlingyahoo.org

REGISTER & LEARN MORE AT STERLINGYAHOO.ORG In order for us to truly help our community we need parent volunteers to join us as well!

TEEN & ADULT PROGRAMS

GENTLE YOGA FLOW

AGES: All

Fall

7:00AM - 8:00AM

Oct 19 – Dec 14 no class 11/23 8 weeks $104/$15.00 for drop in

Winter

7:00AM - 8:00AM

Jan 4 – Mar 1

no class 2/22

8 weeks $104/$15.00 for drop in

Spring

7:00AM - 8:00AM Mar 15 – May 10 no class 4/19 8 weeks $104/$15.00 for drop in

WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall Gentle Yoga Flow will focus on mindful breathing, flexibility through yoga poses while connecting the mind, body and breath. You will need a yoga mat, yoga blocks and a bolster in needed, but not required. Instructor Judy Potter is a 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher.

TOTAL BODY WORKOUT

AGES: 16+

Mondays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Jan 9 - April 10 no class 1/16, 2/20 12 weeks $204

Mondays 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM April 24 - June 12 no class 5/29 7 weeks $119

Fridays

8:45 AM - 9:45AM Jan 13 - April 14 no class 2/24 13 weeks $221

WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall

READY, SET, COMMIT!!! The APRIL 2023 Session of The Total Body Workout continues with MONDAY !! Classes will have ALL of the com- ponents to give you the Super workout that you are looking for! Strength Training: Learn to train in proper form to increase your strength and metabolism, muscle control and awareness! Functional Training: To improve everyday movement! Metabolic Training: Get your heart in shape and burn calories! Balance: How's yours???? Flexibility: Through movement and stretching! TONS of core throughout the entire hour!!! TREAT YOURSELF, ONLY ONE HOUR OUT OF YOUR DAY TO BOOST YOUR MOOD, IMPROVE YOUR SLEEP AND TO FEEL ENERGIZED!! Classes are great for all levels, beginner to advanced! You will be instructed throughout the class on Proper Form and Safe movement!

SEASONAL DECOUPAGED With Sincerely Michele

AGES: 13+ WHERE: 1835 Old Town Hall FEE: $30.00

Crushed Can

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

November 10, 2022

Flower Pots

6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

March 30, 2023

Join Michele from Sincerely, Michele for a fun class on decoupaging. Michele will help guide you step by step how to make beautiful Decoupage items. After this class you will be able to decoupage on your own at home! This class is not a drop off class. Ages 13 and up must be accompanied by an adult

Crushed Can: You will take two 28 ounce cans and repurpose them into beautiful one - of - a - kind holders. Take them home and fill then with a floral arrangement or candy for a charming wall pocket!

Flower Pots: Decoupage one 6 inch and one 4 inch flower pots in time for Mothers Day!

VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING

CENTRAL MASS eSPORTS LEAGUE

AGES: 8 - 18 WHERE: On - line GG Leagues FEE:

$40.00/player winter season pass Pre - register required at GGLeagues.com/organization/sterling Registration closes January 16, 2023

eSPORT

Day of Week

Dates

Elementary Time

Middle/High School Time

Madden 23

Mondays

Jan 27 – Mar 13

7:00pm - 8:00pm

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Mondays

Jan 23 – Mar 13

7:00pm - 8:00pm

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Fortnite 1v1

Tuesdays

Jan 24 – Mar 14

-

7:00pm - 8:00pm

Rocket League 1v1

Wednesday

Jan 25 - Mar 16

-

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Rocket League 3v3

Wednesday

Jan 25 - Mar 16

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Super Smash Bros

Thursday

Jan 26 - Mar 17

7:00pm - 8:00pm

8:00pm - 9:00pm

Sterling gamers in two divisions, Youth (ages 8 - 12) and Teen (Ages 13 - 18), will compete against opponents in - town and from the neighboring communities of Grafton, Hudson, Leominster, Shrewsbury, Southborough, Upton, and Westboro. League is being run in conjunction with GG Leagues recreational eSports gaming site.

REQUIRED necessary equipment : -- You need to own the specific game -- You need to own the game system -- You need an Internet connection to play the games online -- You need to have the online gaming account (ie, Playstation Plus, Xbox Live) -- You also will need to register with GG Leagues Gaming Systems

LEAGUE DETAILS : -- All registration will take place on GGLeagues' website

-- Games will be overseen by GGLeaegue admins and referees -- Questions/concerns while playing will be handled by GGLeagues

-- Seasons will last 6 weeks of regular play with 1 week of playoffs and 1 week championships (8 weeks total). -- All leagues will be broken down based on skill level to provide an even playing field for all players, where applicable. -- Regular season games will last up to an hour -- For the playoffs, the top 4 teams will play a single elimination playoff bracket. Playoffs typically run for 3 hours for the winning teams, so please plan accordingly. *All organized, online, competitive game play is scheduled weekly through this GG Leagues System. Through this system, all players will be able to see and access the league bracket, submit their scores, report wins/losses and will need to upload a screen shot of the endgame score report.

We recommend parents & players visit the "Rules" section of GGLeagues to review player behavior expectations and game - specific rulebooks prior to registering.

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STERLING RECREATION DEPARTMENT REGISTRATION FORM 2022 - 2023 * REGISTER ONLINE at STERLINGREC.COM* Separate forms needed for Sterling Rec Basketball, Wachusett Mountain Programs/Passes, Pakachoag Music PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Participant ’ s Name: ____________________________________________________________

Mailing Address:______________________________________________________________________

Home Phone:____________________ Work/Cell Phone: ___________________________

E - Mail:_____________________________________________________

Complete if under 18: Birth Date:_________

Age_________ Grade _________ Gender __________

Parent(s) Name: _____________________________________________________

Emergency Contact - other than parent:

Name: ________________________________________________

Phone Number: _________________________________________

Please list any physical limitations/restrictions and/or medications being taken: ________________________________

Waiver In consideration of this application, I or my child hereby release, discharge and/or indemnify the Recreation Director, Recreation Committee, Staff, and/or Volunteers, the Town of Sterling and its ’ elected officials of any liability related to the operation of this program. I hereby give my consent for emergency medical care prescribed by a licensed Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Dentistry. It is possible that pictures will be taken during classes. I agree that pictures taken during program hours could potentially be used for promotional purpose. I understand that all participants of the Recreation programs will be respectful of anyone employed by or contracted by the Recreation Department when participating in Recreation sponsored programs. I understand that the Recreation Department will not be responsible for any or all personal items brought to any Recreation Dept. sponsored programs. I understand when I or a designated person signs my child out from a Recreation sponsored program, the responsibility of my child and his/her belongings are my sole responsibility

Signature _______________________________________ Date______________ Signature of participant (or parent/guardian if under 18) WAIVER MUST BE SIGNED TO PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAMS

One week before start of program COST additional $10.00

PROGRAM TITLE

DATE/SESSION

TIME

COST

Checks payable to TOWN OF STERLING Mail forms to Sterling Recreation, 1 Park St., Sterling, Ma 01564 or drop off in the bill pay box at the Butterick Municipal Building

For office use only : Date ________

Amount________

Check #________

PARTICIPANT RELEASE, WAIVER OF LIABILITY, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT

In consideration of being permitted to participate in the ________, (hereinafter “ Program ”) I, the undersigned, on behalf of the par- ticipant listed above (hereinafter “ Participant ”), and for myself, my heirs, personal and/or legal representatives, next of kin, and as- signs (hereinafter collectively referred to as “ I ” or “ ME ”), CONSENT to the Participant ’ s participation in the Program and hereby: RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE and COVENANT NOT TO SUE the Town of Sterling, Ma. its agents, servants, employees, offi- cials, volunteers, contractors, representatives (hereinafter the “ Town ”) from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, suits, loss and causes of action whatsoever arising out of or r elated to any loss, damage, or injury, including, but not limited to, death, illness, injury and/or disease, and including any death, illness, injury and/or disease in any way related to or arising out of the novel coronavirus (COVID - 19), that may be sustained by the Participant and/or arising out of or related to the Participant ’ s participation in the Program, regardless of whether they arise in tort, contract, strict liability, or other legal theory. This Participant Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement shall not apply to any injury or harm (including death) caused by gross negligence.

AGREE TO INDEMNIFY, SAVE and HOLD HARMLESS the Town from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, suits, loss, and causes of action and any cost it may incur, including court costs and attorneys ’ fees, arising out

of or related to the Participant ’ s participation in the Program, regardless of whether they arise in tort, contract, strict liability, or other legal theory.

ACKNOWLEDGE that the Participant ’ s participation in the Program may be dangerous and may involve the risk of serious injury and/or illness, including COVID - 19, and/or death and CONSENT to the Participant ’ s voluntary participation and ASSUME full responsibility for any risk of loss, death, illness, injury and/or disease which I and/or the Participant may sustain arising out of or related to the Program whether known or unknown and whether caused by the negligence of the Town or otherwise. AGREE that this Participant Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and that, in the event any portion of this document is deemed unlawful or unenforceable, said portion shall be severable and the balance of the terms shall continue in full legal force and ef- fect. AGREE that I, the undersigned, am the parent or legal guardian of the Participant. I hereby execute this Participant Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement on the Participant ’ s behalf. I understand that by executing this agreement on behalf of the Participant, I am binding the Participant and ME to the terms of this Participant Release, Waiver of Liability, and Indemnity Agreement.

AGREE that I, hereby give my consent for emergency medical care prescribed by a licensed Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Dentistry. It is possible that pictures will be taken during classes. I agree that

pictures taken during program hours could potentially be used for promotional purpose. I understand that all participants of the Recreation programs will be respectful of anyone employed by or contracted by the Recreation Department when participating in Recreation sponsored programs. I understand that the Recreation Department will not be responsible for any or all personal items brought to any Recreation Dept. sponsored pro- grams. I understand when I or a designated person signs my child out from a Recreation sponsored program, the responsibility of my child and his/her belongings are my sole responsibility

I HAVE READ THIS PARTICIPANT RELEASE, WAIVER OF LIABILTY, AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS, UNDERSTAND THAT I HAVE GIVEN UP

SUBSTANTIAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING MY RIGHTS AND THE RIGHTS OF THE PARTICIPANT BY SIGNING IT, AND HAVE SIGNED IT FREELY AND VOLUNTARILY WITHOUT ANY INDUCEMENT, ASSURANCE OR GUARANTEE BE- ING MADE TO ME AND INTEND MY SIGNATURE TO BE A COMPLETE AND UNCONDITIONAL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY TO THE GREATEST EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW.

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Parent/Legal Guardian Signature

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Parent/Legal Guardian Printed Name

Participant Printed Name

STERLING RECREATION BASKETBALL 2022 - 2023 *REGISTER ONLINE at STERLINGREC.COM*

Player Name : _________________________________________

Home Phone: _______________________ Work/Cell Phone: ____________________________

Mailing Address:_____________________________________ E - Mail: __________________________

Birth Date:_______ Grade ___

Age ___

Gender: M / F

Height ______

CIRCLE T - shirt Size: Youth: M L

Adult: S M L XL

Known allergies or other pertinent medical information______________________________________

Parent name (s) __________________________________________________

Emergency Contact: ____________________________________ Phone Number:___________________________

Division I - IV $100 by November 1st, Division V - $100 by December 1 Late Fee - $10 after December 1 Family cap - 3+ children $250.00

I (name) ________________________am interested in Coaching ____ Assistant Coaching____

Contact me at phone _________________________ Email ______________________

Waiver In consideration of this application, I or my child hereby release, discharge and/or indemnify the Recreation Director, Recreation Committee, Staff, and/or Volunteers, the Town of Sterling and its ’ elected officials of any liability related to the operation of this program. I hereby give my consent for emergency medical care prescribed by a licensed Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Dentistry. It is possible that pictures will be taken during classes. I agree that pictures taken during program hours could potentially be used for promotional purpose. I understand that all participants of the Recreation programs will be respectful of anyone employed by or contracted by the Recreation Department when participating in Recreation sponsored programs. I understand that the Recreation Department will not be responsible for any or all personal items brought to any Recreation Dept. sponsored programs. I understand when I or a designated person signs my child out from a Recreation sponsored program, the responsibility of my child and his/her belongings are my sole responsibility Signature _______________________________________ Date______________ Signature of participant (or parent/guardian if under 18) WAIVER MUST BE SIGNED TO PARTICIPATE IN PROGRAMS

*No special request will be honored *All players must register through the Recreation Department, not with the coach *Teams will not be selected until the required number of division coaches is available CHECKS PAYABLE: Town of Sterling MAIL TO: Sterling Recreation, 1 Park Street, Sterling, MA 01564

For office use only:

Date Received____________

Check # ___________

Amount $______________

2023

Lace up your running shoes and take part in the Sterling Rec Road Race! Choose between our 5K & 10K races and celebrate spring how only runners can! Race Details WHEN: Saturday, April 8, 2023 PARKING LOCATION: 40 Boutelle Road, Sterling MA TIME: Registration opens 8:00-8:45 A.M. @ Griffin Road Athletic Complex 5K/10K Races Start at 9:00 A.M. COST: 5K $25/10K $35 *Additional $5 on race day* 5K Walkers $20; 9:15am start time REGISTER AT STERLINGRECRUNS.RACEWIRE.COM!

*T-shirts for the first 50 Registrants* For more information contact: Sterling Recreation Department: 978-422-3041 Email: recreation@sterling-ma.gov

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