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25 Upcoming programs at Comm Center - September


Atkinson Recreation September notice

Programs at the Atkinson Community Center (4 Main Street Atkinson NH):

New Session

·         Tai Chi Fall Beginner programs 6-week session will be offered for mature adults. The classes will be held on Tuesdays at 11:30 am ~ 12:30 pm starting on Tuesday, September 9th and ending on October 14th. 

Register online also make payment at https://atkinson.recdesk.com/Community/Program , choose 2025 Fall Tai Chi Beginner program or contact Noriko at Atkinson Recreation office at 603 362-1098/ commrec@atkinson-nh.gov

Atkinson Residents: $ 50 for full session / Non-Residents: $ 60 for full session 

Full payments are due upon registration.

The instructors are Sensei Michael Keyes and his wife, Hannah Toabe-Keyes.

 

·         Jacki’s Fitness Class with Arline - Fall session starts September 8th.

Evening classes -Mondays and Wednesdays 6 pm ~ 7 pm 

            New!! Afternoon classes – Tuesdays and Thursdays 3 pm ~ 4 pm                 .

Contact Arline Descheneau for fees and questions.

            (603)401-1514 / Arline.Descheneau@comcast.net

 

Ongoing classes and programs

·         Temple Exercise (Tai chi form)

Mondays 9am ~ 9:30 am starting September 8th. $1 donation

·         Bingo

September 15th (3rd Monday of the month) 9:45 am ~11:45 am: small fee

·         Line Dancing with Jason (Intermediate class) $4 per class.

Mondays 9:45 am- 11:15 am

·         Whist Party (card game): small fee

Mondays 1 pm – 4 pm.

·         Gentle Chair Yoga with Mary: $10/class  

Tuesdays (NO 1st Tuesday of the month) 9:30 am ~ 11 am

Thursday, 10:30 am ~ 12 pm 

             Mary Krikorian 978 837-1738 

·         Fitness Fusion with Vanessa: $8 per class

            Tuesdays and Thursdays 8:30am - 9:15 am

             Vanessa Underwood   382-7460 / fitnessa@aol.com 

 

Senior Fall Luncheon – Friday, October 3rd  12 pm ~ 2pm- Offered for only Atkinson Seniors over 65 years old and FREE of charge however you must register to attend. This luncheon is co-sponsored by Atkinson Lions Club, Women’s Civic Club, and Garden Club, lunch, dessert, coffee, and tea will be served. Bring canned goods / nonperishable food items for local food pantries. To register, contact Noriko at Atkinson Recreation office at 603 362-1098 / commrec@atkinson-nh.gov

 

Save the date! Foll Foliage Trip – Wednesday, October 15th. More information to come. Please contact Atkinson Recreation office for more information. 

Atkinson Day 2025

Atkinson Day 2025 is coming!  
  🎉 Atkinson Day 2025 – A Town-Wide Celebration You Don’t Want to Miss! 🎉

Saturday, September 6 | Rain Date for Fireworks: Sunday, September 7
Visit
AtkinsonDay.com


Atkinson is pulling out all the stops for Atkinson Day 2025 — a full day of fun, games, music, food, and fireworks! Whether you're a sports enthusiast, nature lover, foodie, or just looking for a great time with your neighbors, there's something for everyone.


🏓 Pickleball Tournament | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Woodlock Park (80 Woodlock Park Lane)

  • Intermediate & Advanced Level Doubles (Mixed or Unisex)
  • Round Robin format | Game to 11 or 20 minutes
  • $20 Entry Fee | Register now: Register here

🏃 5K Road Race & Kids Fun Run | 9:00 AM

Sponsored by the Plaistow YMCA


🎡 Free Activities for the Whole Family!

  • Firefighters vs. Youth Coaches Softball Game  2 PM ~
  •  Arts & Crafts + Balloon Animals by Friends of Kimball Library 12 PM ~
  • Games, Dunk Tank & Cotton Candy with the Atkinson Historical Society 2 PM ~
  • Energy Expo: Electric bike & car displays + energy-saving tips 12 PM ~
  •  Morning Bird Walk – Sign up here 7 AM ~ 8 AM
  •  "Fun with Fungi" Nature Walk & Scavenger Hunt   12:30 PM  and 2:00 PM (kid’s friendly)  and Scavenger Hunt by the Conservation Commission  12 PM ~
  • Drug & Alcohol Prevention Resources hosted by SoRock 2 PM~

🍔 Food Tent by Atkinson Lions Club     11AM ~ 7 PM

Delicious eats for sale all day:

  • Burgers, Hot Dogs, Italian Sausages
  • Popcorn, Lemonade & More!

🎶 Live Concert: Jonathan Sarty Band | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of incredible live music!
Sponsored by the Atkinson Women’s Civic Club.


🎆 Fireworks Spectacular! | 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Cap off the night with a dazzling fireworks display, sponsored by the Atkinson Recreation Commission! A perfect finale to an unforgettable day.


📍 Event Details:

Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025
Rain Date  for Fireworks: Sunday, September 7
Location: Woodlock Park 
More Info:
www.AtkinsonDay.com


🎉 Don’t miss the town’s biggest event of the year! Come celebrate community, friendship, and fun at Atkinson Day 2025!

 

22 Halloween Kids Goodiebags

 
 Halloween Goodiebags are ready to pick up from the Recreation Office at the Atkinson Community Center. 
 
 

2020 Mural Art - Woodlock Park - Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Check out the beautiful Mural Arts on cement pavilion at the Woodlock Park!!  Great jobby Megan, Grace and Jamie!!!
Thank you!