James Costa is the Neighborhoods & Families Coordinator for the Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation. He began working with the division during his sophomore year at Manchester High School, and he is now a UConn graduate with degrees in Journalism & Film Studies.
Fun Fact #1: I won my car in a raffle during Manchester High School’s Project Graduation.
Fun Fact #2: My all-time favorite movies are All That Heaven Allows, Punch-Drunk Love & Twin Peaks: The Return.
Swimming has become a staple point for many in everyday summer life, particularly for those in Manchester. Whether lap swimming down at the Marcy MacDonald Pool or spending a sweltering summer afternoon down at Salters, swimming is a privilege that many of us have come to take for granted.
Find a listing of programs and events offered by the Department of Leisure, Family, and Recreation from May 8th through May 21st!
Manchester Youth who are entering Grades 9-12 in the fall of 2023 are encouraged to apply to serve on the Manchester Youth Commission.
Registration for summer programs is fast approaching! Starting on May 3rd for Manchester residents (May 5th for non-residents), registration will open for the Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation’s slate of summer programming.
Find the latest programs, activities and events offered by the Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation.
Who and what comes to mind when you hear “gaming?”
No, we aren’t talking about sports betting (which has seen a monstrous rise over the past few years, particularly in New England). We are talking about the other gaming.
Find the latest programs and activities offered by the Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation from April 10-23.
Find the latest programs and activities offered by the Department of Leisure, Family and Recreation from March 27 through April 9.
“[Transgender people] are parents. We are children. We are coworkers. We are friends. We are artists.”
These words, spoken by PFLAG Northeast Regional Director Lindsey Pasquale, reflect the spirit of this year’s upcoming Transgender Day of Visibility, an annual celebration that seeks to affirm & uplift the voices of transgender and non-binary communities who are far too often ignored, maligned, or even demonized.
After reviewing dozens of submissions, we are proud to announce the winners of the 2023 Black Joy Youth Poetry Contest!
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