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Wednesday May 15, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Coffee, Camaraderie, Cards and More! - Summer Coffee and Games
Join us this summer for a cup of coffee, some camaraderie, a whole lot of games! Wednesday mornings will be the place to be! This free opportunity is a great socialization opportunity for friends far and near! Dates: Wednesday's 5/1 to 8/7Time: 9AM-11:00AMLocation: Buxton Town Hall Meeting RoomPrice: Free!
 
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM    Early Release Adventures - Early Release Adventures
Early Release Adventure Program: Hours: 12:30am-5:30pmOur Early Release Program provides care for families who need are looking to keep their children occupied during the afternoons when school is out! Children will be dismissed from their classroom to Early Release Program at 12:30! Our Early Release Program will offer crafts, gym time, and special activities such as seasonal arts and crafts, and much more!'23/'24 Cost: $240*includes all 14 Early Release Days '23/'24 Activities Schedule: 9/20- Bottle Volcano Experiments10/18- Pumpkin Decorating11/1- Free Craft Day11/15- Fall Crafts12/6- Decorating Cookies and a Movie1/10- Winter Crafts1/24- Snowman Building2/7- Valentines Day Activities3/6- Self Portrait Craft3/20- Spring Crafts4/3- Easter Egg Hunt5/1/- Mother's Day Crafts5/15- Flowerpot Decorating
 
Thursday May 16, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    BINGO Nights! - Bingo 5/16
Join us for one of America's favorite pastimes- BINGO! Come try your luck, and if you get  BINGO, you will get to choose a prize from the prize vault!Bingo nights are free to adults and seniors. Light refreshments will be provided! Bring your own dauber, or purchase one for $3. 2024 Dates: 3/14,5/16Time:6pm-7pm Location: Buxton Town Hall- 185 Portland Road
 
Friday May 17, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Monday May 20, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday May 21, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
Wednesday May 22, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Coffee, Camaraderie, Cards and More! - Summer Coffee and Games
Join us this summer for a cup of coffee, some camaraderie, a whole lot of games! Wednesday mornings will be the place to be! This free opportunity is a great socialization opportunity for friends far and near! Dates: Wednesday's 5/1 to 8/7Time: 9AM-11:00AMLocation: Buxton Town Hall Meeting RoomPrice: Free!
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM    Pre-K GASP - Pre-K GASP
GASP (Get Active Sports Programming) is a program designed to improve motor skills and teamwork while also introducing them to popular sports and games. Soccer, tag games and kickball are just a few of the classic games that will be introducedDates: Wednesday 5/22-6/12 Time: 3:30PM-4:15PMLocation: Town Farm ParkPrice: $25 (Resident) $30 (Non-Resident)
 
Thursday May 23, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
Friday May 24, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday May 28, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
Wednesday May 29, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Coffee, Camaraderie, Cards and More! - Summer Coffee and Games
Join us this summer for a cup of coffee, some camaraderie, a whole lot of games! Wednesday mornings will be the place to be! This free opportunity is a great socialization opportunity for friends far and near! Dates: Wednesday's 5/1 to 8/7Time: 9AM-11:00AMLocation: Buxton Town Hall Meeting RoomPrice: Free!
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM    Pre-K GASP - Pre-K GASP
GASP (Get Active Sports Programming) is a program designed to improve motor skills and teamwork while also introducing them to popular sports and games. Soccer, tag games and kickball are just a few of the classic games that will be introducedDates: Wednesday 5/22-6/12 Time: 3:30PM-4:15PMLocation: Town Farm ParkPrice: $25 (Resident) $30 (Non-Resident)
 
Thursday May 30, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
Friday May 31, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Monday June 3, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday June 4, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
Wednesday June 5, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM    Casco Bay Mailboat Tour and Lunch - Casco Bay Mailboat Run + Lunch
Join us as we cruise through Casco Bay! The Casco Bay Mailboat Run is known as a "locals’ favorite way to experience Casco Bay". This tour will show how a working boat carries passengers, mail and freight to the island's of Casco Bay. Once we are back on shore will be grabbing lunch at local favorite (TBA). Lunch is on your. Date: June 5thTime: 8:00AM (Leave Town Hall) 10AM-12:30PM (Boat Ride) 1PM-3PM (Lunch) 4PM (Return)* time may vary depending on weather and un-loading timeCost: $25 (Lunch is on your own)For questions please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us.
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Coffee, Camaraderie, Cards and More! - Summer Coffee and Games
Join us this summer for a cup of coffee, some camaraderie, a whole lot of games! Wednesday mornings will be the place to be! This free opportunity is a great socialization opportunity for friends far and near! Dates: Wednesday's 5/1 to 8/7Time: 9AM-11:00AMLocation: Buxton Town Hall Meeting RoomPrice: Free!
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM    Pre-K GASP - Pre-K GASP
GASP (Get Active Sports Programming) is a program designed to improve motor skills and teamwork while also introducing them to popular sports and games. Soccer, tag games and kickball are just a few of the classic games that will be introducedDates: Wednesday 5/22-6/12 Time: 3:30PM-4:15PMLocation: Town Farm ParkPrice: $25 (Resident) $30 (Non-Resident)
 
Thursday June 6, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Track and Field - Track and Field
Join us this spring for Track and Field! Each day, participants will learn new track and field events, including shot put, discus, softball throw, standing jump, long jump, turbo-jav, and running events! We will also be learning about track meets, goal setting, and striving for our personal best!Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays 4/23-6/6Times: 3PM-4PMLocation: Buxton Center Elementary SchoolGrades: 1st-5thCost: $50 Track Meet Information:Meet information will be added as soon as it's finalized! For more information, please contact Grace Bibber, Recreation Director at gbibber@buxton.me.us. 
 
Friday June 7, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Monday June 10, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM    Age Friendly Mystery Foodie Series - Spring Mystery Lunch 3
A fan favorite program is back! Join us for a four part series program where we attend and dine at mystery restaurants chosen by the recreation staff. Be prepaid for a range of all culinary delights! All restaurants that are chosen will be food allergy friendly. Dates: 4/22, 5/6, 6/10, 8/5Time: 11AM-3PM (Approximate) Price: $3 Res $5 Non-Res (Lunch is on your own)Min/Max: 6/13
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Tuesday June 11, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Wednesday June 12, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM    Coffee, Camaraderie, Cards and More! - Summer Coffee and Games
Join us this summer for a cup of coffee, some camaraderie, a whole lot of games! Wednesday mornings will be the place to be! This free opportunity is a great socialization opportunity for friends far and near! Dates: Wednesday's 5/1 to 8/7Time: 9AM-11:00AMLocation: Buxton Town Hall Meeting RoomPrice: Free!
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM    Pre-K GASP - Pre-K GASP
GASP (Get Active Sports Programming) is a program designed to improve motor skills and teamwork while also introducing them to popular sports and games. Soccer, tag games and kickball are just a few of the classic games that will be introducedDates: Wednesday 5/22-6/12 Time: 3:30PM-4:15PMLocation: Town Farm ParkPrice: $25 (Resident) $30 (Non-Resident)
 
Thursday June 13, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
Friday June 14, 2024
7:00 AM - 8:24 PM    Childcare Programs - Before School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.
 
2:45 PM - 5:30 PM    Childcare Programs - After School Care 2023/2024
'24-'25 Childcare Registrations will open on Monday, July 22nd for returning families. Any remaining spots will open up on Monday, July 29th. More info will be announced in the next couple of weeks. '23/'24 Childcare Information: The Buxton Recreation Department is proud to offer a variety of child care programs to fit your families needs this fall! Our goal is to provide a safe, fun, and engaging social environment for all children in our community during out-of-school times. Our Childcare Programs take place right at Buxton Center Elementary School, Monday-Friday, and provides easy transition to and from the classrooms. Each program offers outdoor play whenever possible. Please read the Buxton Recreation Parent Handbook before registering for a program, as it will answer your questions about our medications, and pick-up/drop-off procedures. If you have questions, please call our office at 207-929-8381.Before School Childcare -FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 7:00 AM—8:25 AMOur Before School Program takes place at the Buxton Center Elementary School. Hours are 7:00 AM – 8:25 AM. Drop off is at the gym/cafeteria entrance to the school. Children may not be dropped off earlier that 7:00 AM. Gym games, small art projects, and board games will be a part of each morning. Children will be dismissed to their classroom at 8:25 AM. After School Childcare-FULL (to be added to the wait list contact the rec office at 929-8381) Hours: 2:45 PM—5:30 PMThe After Care Program starts at 2:45 PM. Children get dismissed from their classroom to the BCES Gym for attendance. Activities include free play, board games, and art activities. This program will be outdoors as much as possible. All children receive snack after attendance, but feel free to send along an extra one for them! After Care closes at 5:30 PM. Pick-up is either on the playground or at the gym/cafeteria entrance. Pick up for this program will not start until 3:30 PM due to the schools new dismissal procedures. Parents/Guardians will list authorized pick-ups at the time of registrationPlease note that there will be NO aftercare on early release days. If you need the childcare for the scheduled early release days please sign up for our Early Release Program as this will be a separate program. '23/'24 Before Care Pricing 5 days/week-$189 a month4 days/week-$160 a month3 days/week- $132 a month2 days/week-$96 a month '23/'24 Aftercare Pricing 5 days/week - $260 a month 4 days/week- $224 a month3 days/week- $180 a month2 days/week- $128 a month* Monlthy rates for our aftercare program do not include early release days. * above pricing is approximate based on each months school day. Each month will varyIf you have questions regarding the 2023/2024 Childcare Programs, please call Buxton Recreation at 207-929-8381.