Rec on the Run Revs Up for Another Summer!
- Manchester Recreation Division
- May 23, 2022
What is Rec on the Run
Rec on the Run is the Town of Manchester Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreations’ mobile pop-up creative arts, sports, and games vehicle offering programs and activities to Manchester residents in neighborhoods and parks around our community.
Rec on the Run distributes specially designed activity boxes on a first-come, first-served basis. Boxes allow accessible activity pick-up on-site.
Where can I find Rec on the Run?
During the evenings the program operates on-site from 5:00-7:00 PM; Monday at Northwest Park, 448 Tolland Turnpike; Tuesday at Westside Oval, 110 Cedar Street; Wednesday at Market Field, 163 Spruce Street; and Thursday at Center Memorial Park.
Summer 2022 Schedule
Paint Week | 06/06/22-06/10/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Explore watercolors and have fun with sun catchers – you’re never too old to have fun painting!
Color ME Week | 06/13/22-06/17/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Customize your project and make it your own! Color Me Week is offering a variety of projects including anything from friendship bracelets to funny little creature pets.
Fiber Arts Week | 06/20/22-06/24/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Cross Stitch, basket weaving, and wall hangings, just imagine the possibilities for creative imagination!
Velvet Art Week | 06/27/22-07/01/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Have fun doodling away and creating one-of-a-kind magnets. Trade them with your friends or just display them on the fridge!
Gratitude Week | 07/05/22-07/08/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Card making your way. Something special about being about to send that special message to a friend or loved one – a keepsake they will always treasure.
Nature’s Journal Week | 07/11/22-07/15/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Start a journal the next time you take a walk, you may discover something new or have a great idea. Take notes, draw, write a poem and remember the day.
Paint Week | 07/18/22-07/22/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
It’s always fun relaxing and playing with paint and colors!
String Art Week | 07/25/22-07/29/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
A retro craft back for the next generation to discover!
Collage Week | 08/01/22-08/05/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Using mixed media and no rules just your imagination needed. Using a variety of materials to create one of a kind masterpieces.
Mystery Week | 08/08/22-08/12/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
If you like surprises then you will enjoy what you find inside this box! It’s sure to be fun for the whole family!
Button Up Week | 08/15/22-08/19/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Design your own button or badge and show off your individuality with your special message.
Hats Off 2 Summer | 08/22/22-08/26/22, 5:00-7:00 PM
Hoping everyone has had a wonderfully creative time this summer. Using a variety of hats, caps and visors for you to make your own.
